£20,000 Reward Offered in Fatal E-Bike Ramming Investigation

Crimestoppers has announced a £20,000 reward for crucial details concerning the fatal incident where a mother died after being knocked off an e-bike in a hit-and-run collision. Alana Armstrong, aged 25, was riding as a passenger on one of two e-bikes when they were pursued by a 4×4 vehicle through Pleasley, Derbyshire, on Tuesday. She passed away at approximately 20:00 GMT at the location of the incident, Batley Lane, within the village. Police reported that a woman in her thirties from the Pleasley vicinity was apprehended and later released on bail after an appeal made on Friday. The police force further stated that during the weekend, officers located the vehicle involved, identified as a blue Land Rover Discovery, which has since undergone forensic examination. The individual operating one of the e-bikes, a man in his twenties, was transported to the hospital, where he continues to receive care, and required the amputation of one of his legs below the knee. According to police, Crimestoppers has put forward the reward for details provided solely to the charity that result in the conviction of any individual implicated in Ms Armstrong’s death. This reward is valid for a period of three months, concluding on March 2, 2025. Submitting information directly to law enforcement will not make one eligible for the reward. Det Insp Steve Shaw said: “Over the weekend we have received significant information from the public that has greatly assisted our inquiries and I would like to thank everyone who has come forward.” “I know there are people in and around the Pleasley and wider Mansfield areas that have information that can help – and you can do so anonymously through Crimestoppers.” Lydia Patsalides, representing Crimestoppers, stated: “My heart goes out to Alana’s family and friends – and especially her little boy. She was a young mother who died in the most horrific way.” “I would urge anyone who has any information to come forward to speak to our charity 100% anonymously, to bring justice to those responsible. “Crimestoppers is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We cannot trace your call or track your IP address.” “No-one will ever know you contacted us. This means no police, no courts, no witness statements. You may think your information is insignificant, however it could make all the difference.” A male and female individual, who had been previously apprehended in relation to the occurrence, were released without facing charges. For updates, follow BBC Derby on Facebook, X, or Instagram. Story suggestions can be sent to eastmidsnews@bbc.co.uk or through WhatsApp at 0808 100 2210. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC bears no responsibility for the material found on external websites. Information regarding our policy on external linking is available.