Family of woman killed by e-bike ask for witnesses

Julia Burns died in hospital nearly 20 weeks after she was struck by an e-bike

A woman killed by an e-bike in west London "was the heart and soul of our family", her relatives have said, as they urged witnesses to come forward.

Julia Burns, 62, was struck on Elmwood Avenue in Feltham at about 19:45 BST on 29 September 2024 and taken to hospital with serious injuries. She died on 13 February.

The rider of the e-bike left the scene before officers arrived. In July, a man was bailed until October after being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

In a statement, her relatives said: "Our family is devastated by the tragic loss of our beloved Julia. Her absence has left a void in our lives that can never be filled."

'Justice for Julia'

They added: "Julia was the heart and soul of our family, and her loss has left us heartbroken beyond words.

"The trauma Julia endured - and the heartbreak we experienced beside her - was unimaginable. No family should ever have to watch a loved one suffer the way she did.

"We are pleading with anyone who may have information to please come forward.

"Even the smallest detail could make a difference. Your courage and compassion could help bring justice for Julia."

Det Con Sarah Royle said: "Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Julia, who have endured so much throughout this difficult time.

"Investigators have been working continuously on this incident for the past year, to try and piece together the circumstances that sadly led to Julia's death.

"Were you in the area this time last year and recall seeing or hearing the incident? Perhaps you saw something suspicious in the moments afterwards?"