Overview

• On June 27 at 7:55 am, sisters Sandra, 70, and Sylvia, 68, were struck by a blue Volkswagen Tiguan on Peppard Road in Caversham during their routine Friday walk and both died at the scene.
• A 47-year-old woman from Reading has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and is being held in custody under investigation reference 43250319754.
• The victims’ family described Sandra and Sylvia as “two of the most loving, caring women” and local media have opened a book of condolence to gather public tributes.
• Investigating officer PS Matthew Cadmore is urging anyone with dash-cam, CCTV or doorbell footage to contact Thames Valley Police or submit information anonymously via Crimestoppers.
• Police continue to review incoming evidence and witness accounts as they work to establish the precise circumstances of the collision and advance potential charges.