Hit-and-Run Horror in Portchester! A speeding driver in a red car smashed into a young boy cycling along The Thicket before fleeing the scene just after 5.15pm on Monday.

Child Injured and Left Stranded

The boy’s parents say the reckless motorist hit their son, knocking him and his bike to the ground. Not only was the bike wrecked, but his school clothes were ruined too. The lad suffered a knee injury and needed a hospital visit – but the driver didn’t stop to help.

Call Hampshire Police if You Know Something

Witnesses or anyone with info about the red vehicle or driver – likely to have damage from the crash – are urged to contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101 immediately.

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