Cop Mowed Down in Shocking Hit-and-Run Outside North Baddesley Co-op
Police are hunting for witnesses after a police officer was deliberately hit by a car in North Baddesley before the driver sped off.
Incident Sparks Police Manhunt
The drama unfolded at 11.45am on Tuesday, June 7, inside the Co-op car park near the junction of Botley Road and 1 Road.
A male officer approached a gold-coloured Ford Mondeo and spoke to the driver through the window. Suddenly, the driver reversed, slammed into the officer, then fled the scene at speed.
Officer Injured but Staying on Duty
The officer suffered minor injuries to his hand and leg but remained on duty following the collision.
Police Appeal for Help
Detectives urge anyone who witnessed the incident or spotted a gold Ford Mondeo in the area around that time to get in touch.
- Call 101 quoting reference 44160211843
- Or phone 0800 555 111 to report anonymously