Man struck by car in Bridport hit and run

The car involved didn't stop after a pedestrian suffered serious injuries

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 22nd Feb 2024

A man's suffered serious injuries after being struck by a car in Bridport, which didn't stop at the scene.

The collision happened just before 11.00am on Tuesday (20th February) in West Street, near the South Street junction.

A man in his 20s was knocked down by what's been described as a dark coloured Honda Jazz or a dark purple Vauxhall Corsa.

The victim was taken to hospital for treatment, and there's now a police appeal for witnesses.

PC Simon Wilcox, of Bridport police, said:

“I am carrying out an investigation and would ask witnesses, or anyone with relevant dashcam footage, to please come forward.

“Also, I am appealing to the driver of the car involved to please get in touch so we can take your account of what happened.”

If you can help with any information, you're asked to call Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55240026239.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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