PC Christopher Miller in critical condition after brutal stoke poges hit-and-run sparks murder charge

A police officer lies in critical condition tonight after a shocking hit-and-run in the quiet village of Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, sparked national fury. The man behind the wheel has now been charged with attempted murder.

PC Christopher Miller, a serving officer with Thames Valley Police, was on duty on Bells Hill late on Thursday evening when he was struck by a white BMW. The car didn’t stop. It sped off into the night, leaving the officer gravely injured on the roadside.

The scene quickly descended into chaos. Emergency services rushed to his aid, and he was transported to hospital, where he remains fighting for his life. Loved ones have gathered at his bedside, clinging to hope, while his colleagues reel from the trauma of what’s being described as a “cowardly and deliberate” act.

The man charged is 28-year-old Simranjit Kajla, from Slough. He now faces several serious allegations: attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance. He has been remanded in custody.

But the ripple effects don’t stop there.

Police have confirmed that three more people have been arrested in connection with the investigation. A 38-year-old man from Slough was held on suspicion of attempted murder and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. A 43-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman—also from Slough—were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and perverting the course of justice. The 43-year-old man has since been bailed, but the woman remains in police custody.

Detective Superintendent Will Crowther of Thames Valley Police addressed the public with emotion: “On Thursday, one of our officers was seriously injured while simply doing his job. He is currently in hospital with life-threatening injuries. We are doing everything we can to support him and his family.”

The attack has shaken the wider community—and sparked outrage far beyond Buckinghamshire. Residents in the normally peaceful village of Stoke Poges expressed disbelief.

“It’s horrible,” said Jennifer Tulloch, 79. “It’s so quiet round here. I can’t believe something like this happened on our doorstep.”

Others echoed her fears. “The neighbours heard a car racing around late at night,” said Allen Horn, 56. “But no one saw exactly what happened. It’s terrifying.”

Detectives believe the white BMW would have sustained visible damage and are urging anyone with information—no matter how minor—to come forward. They’re particularly keen to review CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage from the area between 10pm Thursday and 1am Friday.

Superintendent Crowther added, “We are conducting a thorough investigation. I believe there are people out there who know what happened. If you have any information—if you saw anything—please contact us. Your help could be crucial.”

The case has reignited national conversations around the danger faced daily by frontline police officers. Many are questioning how a banned, uninsured driver could be on the roads at all—let alone endanger the life of someone sworn to protect the public.

As the investigation deepens and the legal process unfolds, one thing is certain: the Thames Valley is watching closely—not just for justice, but for answers.