Family says woman trapped in car is lucky to be alive

A woman trapped under a car after being struck while walking her dog is “incredibly lucky to be alive”, her family have said.

Jackie Davis, 63, suffered “significant injuries” and required surgery after the incident, which happened at 06:35 GMT on Monday on Rowan Way, Newport.

He had to be freed from under the vehicle by firefighters and is in stable condition in hospital, German Shepherd Frisby suffered minor injuries.

Gwent Police said the occupants of the vehicle, a silver Volkswagen Passat, fled the scene.

Since then, Crimestoppers have released an image of a man called Ian Probert who they want to speak to in connection with the incident.

Ms Davis’ family said, “We are pleased to report that her dog, Frisbee, somehow managed to escape with only minor injuries and is currently living with family.”

A statement issued by the family said they would like to thank crews from the Welsh Air Ambulance, Welsh Ambulance Service, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Gwent Police “for their speed and incredible work in removing him from under the vehicle”. want.

She also thanked a local resident and the staff at a nearby nursing home, “who responded so quickly and selflessly to help”, as well as the blood donors who donated blood that was used in her transfusion. And also thanked the staff of the University Hospital Wales.

“Without their quick actions or the generosity of blood donors, our mother would not be with us today,” the family said.

He said he has been incredibly touched by the well wishes and concern he has received from local residents and others.

The family reiterated their appeal to police for information “so that those responsible can be brought to justice”.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.