POLICE are trying to trace a hit and run driver after a pedestrian was injured in a collision.

A man in his 30s was hit by a passing car as he walked along Elm Treet Road, Locking, Weston-super-Mare.

Police say they are keen to trace the driver of a blue Mini One seen on CCTV in the area at the time of the incident just after 4.30pm last Friday (August 5).

Officers are appealing for witnesses, footage and information about the collision.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "We’d also like to hear from anyone who saw the incident, has dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage or any information.

"If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5222187930, or complete our online appeals form."