POLICE are appealing for help to trace the driver of a car that collided with a bicycle.

The cyclist needed hospital treatment following the incident in Lyde Road, Yeovil.

The driver initially stopped following the collision last Monday (November 8) at about 6.15pm.

But he then drove off without leaving his contact details.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "The driver of the vehicle initially stopped and spoke with the teenage cyclist to check on their welfare.

"But he then left the scene without providing any contact details.

"The cyclist ultimately went to hospital for treatment.

"Anyone who saw what happened, or has dashcam footage, should call 101 and give reference number 5221262982."