A MAN in his 90s has been seriously injured and hospitalised in a hit-and-run in Ilminster this week.
The incident took place on the forecourt of a Tesco petrol station in Ditton Street at approximately 7.45am on Tuesday, July 14.
A white car collided with the pedestrian, a man in his 90s, before leaving the scene without stopping to check on him or provide details.
Police confirmed the pedestrian suffered serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening, and he remains in hospital undergoing treatment.
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Officers are reviewing CCTV and other footage from around the area as their investigation continues.
A spokesman said: "We’d like to speak to anyone who saw this incident or has any dashcam or doorbell footage which could assist our investigation."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
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