The Metropolitan Police have confirmed to Tell MAMA that it is investigating a hit and run attack on a Muslim woman in Ilford, east London as a hate crime.
A viral tweet shared on October 1 described how the woman hit was wearing a hijab and had been given a dirty look from the driver before the incident occurred, a further tweet described injuries and trauma resulting from the attack.
In a statement published on October 6, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers attended the scene at Betchworth Road at 09:29 on September 29.
Officers and members of the London Ambulance Service spoke with the 28-year-old woman, who reported bruising to her knee.
The driver, who failed to stop at the scene, is described as being a white male in his late twenties or early thirties with blond hair and was driving a white Ford Transit van with a passenger inside.
Officers at East Area CID led by Detective Sergeant Dave Parrish continue to investigate, including reviewing the available CCTV, and speaking with the woman, the statement adds.
Anyone who can assist the investigation is urged to call 101, quoting CAD 1820/29Sep. Or, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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