Man charged with attempted murder after car ploughed into pedestrians on Christmas Day – leaving one fighting for life

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A MAN has been charged after a car ploughed into four people on a pavement in central London on Christmas Day.

Anthony Gilheaney, 30, has been charged with four counts of attempted murder following the crash.

PAThe scene on Shaftesbury Avenue in central London after the horror crash[/caption]

He is also charged with causing serious injury by driving whilst disqualified, driving a motor vehicle dangerously and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Stuart Cundy said: “The suspect was arrested within minutes of his violent attack in the early hours of Christmas Day in Central London.

“Since then, investigators have worked tirelessly to build the case and have today charged Anthony Gilheaney with four counts of attempted murder.

“Our thoughts now are with the victims, one of which remains in critical condition in hospital.”

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