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Two passengers remain in critical condition as the legal proceedings begin for the driver involved in the devastating high-speed collision in Hillingdon.
The investigation into the catastrophic crash on Harlington High Street has shifted from the roadside to the courtroom. Manveer Mastana, 34, of Ashford Avenue, Hayes, is scheduled to appear at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This follows his formal charging with causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of the accident. The incident, which occurred late Saturday night, saw a brown Mercedes AMG S63 lose control and collide with a fence, leaving a trail of destruction and three men hospitalized.
While Mastana was discharged from the hospital with minor injuries, the two passengers—men in their 20s and 30s—continue to fight for their lives. Medical sources describe their condition as critical but stable, though the extent of their long-term injuries remains unknown. The crash has sent shockwaves through the Hayes and Harlington communities, particularly as no other vehicles were involved, highlighting the lethal potential of high-performance cars in suburban areas.
A Community Under Pressure: The Danger of High-Performance Driving
This collision has intensified local calls for stricter enforcement against "boy racing" and reckless driving in West London. The Mercedes AMG S63, a vehicle capable of immense speed, has become a symbol in this case of the growing disparity between automotive power and residential road safety. Residents have long complained about the High Street becoming a thoroughfare for high-speed transit during late-night hours, with this latest incident serving as a grim validation of those fears.
Nationwide, the UK is grappling with a 15% increase in serious injuries resulting from single-vehicle collisions involving drivers under 40. Road safety advocates argue that the combination of high-powered luxury rentals and a perceived lack of late-night policing has turned many London high streets into high-risk zones. The Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit is currently cross-referencing dashcam footage and local CCTV to determine the exact speed of the vehicle at the moment of impact.
Legal Path and Victim Recovery
The immediate focus now turns to the judicial process and the recovery of the two victims. Detective Sergeant Fiaz Janjua has reiterated the need for public assistance, urging any witnesses who have not yet come forward to contact the authorities. The evidence gathered from the Mercedes' onboard diagnostics will be a cornerstone of the prosecution's case, potentially revealing the final seconds before the car left the roadway.
For the families of the victims, the coming days are a grueling wait. As Mastana faces the magistrate, the community is watching closely to see how the legal system addresses an incident that nearly claimed two lives. The outcome of tomorrow’s hearing will likely dictate whether the case is fast-tracked to a Crown Court, given the severity of the charges and the life-altering nature of the injuries involved.
