Overview
- Rita Grimshaw, an 81-year-old retired teacher, was struck shortly after 5pm on December 22 outside the Marks & Spencer at Silverlink Retail Park in North Shields and died the following day.
- Police said the vehicle involved was a cream and black Renault Captur and confirmed the driver remained at the scene to assist officers.
- Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit continues to examine the circumstances, with Sergeant Greg Huntley urging anyone with information to come forward.
- Grimshaw’s family described her as a devoted mother and proud grandmother who dedicated more than 30 years to teaching and was remembered as a pillar of the community.
- Witnesses are asked to contact Northumbria Police via social media DM, live chat or online report forms, or by calling 101 quoting reference NP-20251222-0752.