CCTV shows white van driving on pavement where ‘beautiful’ woman, 19, was run over – as 41-year-old man faces murder charge

Police have released CCTV images of a van driving on a pavement along a street where a ‘beautiful’ 19-year-old woman died after being run over.

Lily Whitehouse was struck by a vehicle along Old Park Lane in Oldbury, West Midlands last Wednesday evening.

The teenager was found with serious injuries on nearby Park Street by emergency services and despite the best efforts of paramedics, she was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Mohammed Azim, 41, was later arrested and charged with murder. He appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court yesterday.

Azim, who police believe was known to Lily, was remanded into custody and will next appear at court on December 16.

West Midlands Police has now released CCTV images showing a white van driving along the road where Lily was hit and urged any witnesses to get in touch.

Meanwhile, Lily’s devastated family have set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds towards her funeral and give the teenager the ‘farewell she deserves’.

Her aunt Cleo Eden wrote: ‘On Wednesday, November 5, our beautiful Lily Whitehouse was tragically taken from us at just 19 years old.

Lily Whitehouse died after being struck by a vehicle along Old Park Lane in Oldbury, West Midlands last Wednesday evening

‘Lily was full of light, laughter, and kindness. She had so many dreams ahead of her.

‘As we face this unbearable loss, we are also working toward getting justice for Lily, ensuring her memory is honoured with dignity and love.

‘We are creating this fundraiser to help cover funeral and memorial expenses, giving Lily the farewell she deserves.

‘Any funds remaining after these costs will be placed into a trust fund for her baby, to support her when she is older and ensure Lily’s love continues to guide and care for her child in the years to come.

‘Your kindness, support, and generosity mean more than words can express. In this devastating time, every message, prayer, and donation helps us carry on as we fight for justice and honour Lily’s beautiful memory.

‘Thank you for standing with us during this heartbreaking chapter.’

The page has so far raised £1,265 towards its £2,000 target.

A police spokesperson said: ‘We are continuing to appeal for information after a woman was found dead in Oldbury last Wednesday night.

‘We understand Lily Whitehouse, aged 19 was hit by a vehicle on Old Park Lane, Oldbury.

‘Do you have any information about this van pictured below?

‘Did you see it in the vicinity of Old Park Lane between 9.20pm and 9.45pm on Wednesday evening?

‘We would like anyone with any dashcam footage or information about the van, or from around the specified times, to get in touch with us.’

Anyone with information can contact the force on 101 or via Live Chat quoting log 5978 of November 5.