Aidan Chapman, 25, tragically died after being struck by a car in London, leaving his family heartbroken and seeking justice.
London: A heartbreaking story unfolded when a 25-year-old man named Aidan Chapman was hit by a car on Christmas Day. His family is devastated, describing him as their “beautiful” son.
Aidan was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries but sadly passed away on New Year’s Eve. He was one of four pedestrians involved in the crash on Shaftesbury Avenue, a busy area known for its theaters.
Authorities are treating this incident as a homicide. A post-mortem examination is set to take place soon. Aidan’s parents expressed their grief, saying losing him is a parent’s worst nightmare.
They shared how Aidan brought joy to everyone around him, calling him a loving and funny soul. They feel the world is dimmer without him.
Meanwhile, a 30-year-old man named Anthony Gilheaney has been charged with attempted murder and other driving offenses related to the crash. He’s due back in court on January 24.
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley mentioned that their thoughts are with Aidan’s family and friends during this tough time. He assured that the investigation is ongoing and confirmed it was an isolated incident, not linked to terrorism.
They’re asking anyone with footage of the incident to come forward, hoping to piece together what happened that night.
