A WOMAN who was hit by a Met Police motorcycle escorting the Duchess of Edinburgh has passed away.
Helen Holland, 81, from Birchanger in Essex, was struck at a junction in Earl’s Court, West London, on May 10.
Family HandoutHelen Holland has now died, her family has confirmed[/caption]
Jamie LorrimanThe police motorcycle escort was accompanying Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh[/caption]
The great-gran was left in a critical condition following the accident.
Her family told the BBC she fought “for her life for nearly two weeks… but irreversible damage to her brain finally ended the battle today”.
Her son, Martin Holland, said his mum had died after “suffering multiple broken bones and massive internal injuries” while using the “safe route of (a) pedestrian crossing”.
Helen had been in London visiting her older sister at the time of the smash.
The police watchdog, The Independent Office for Police Conduct, had previously launched an investigation into the crash.
It said at the time, as part of its investigation CCTV from nearby properties and police body camera footage would be examined.
It added that cops who were on the scene would be interviewed.
Police have also appealed for witnesses to come forward.
Buckingham Palace previously said Sophie the Duchess of Edinburgh’s “heartfelt thoughts” are with Helen.
A palace spokesperson said: “The duchess’s heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the injured lady and her family.
“She is grateful for the swift response by the emergency services and will keep abreast of developments.”
Her son and daughter-in-law Martin and Lisa-Marie Holland previously told the BBC following the accident they were “shocked and sickened at her extensive injuries”.
The Met Police‘s Special Escort Group provide armed escorts for Royal Family members, VIPs, protected members of the Government, visiting royals, heads of state and other visiting dignitaries.
It also provides armed vehicle escorts for valuable, hazardous and protected loads – and can include high-risk prisoners.
Duchess Sophie, seen here on May 18, during a visit to the Berkshire College of AgricultureDavid Hartley
Jamie LorrimanA motorcycle with King Charles’ insignia was also parked at the scene[/caption]
Jamie LorrimanA second bike with damage to the front was seen at the crash site[/caption]
Jamie LorrimanThe West London road was cordoned off[/caption]
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