POLICE are investigating after a motorist went on the wrong side of the road and drove into a motorcyclist in an apparent hit-and-run road rage attack.
The 22-year-old biker from Bitterne was rushed to hospital suffering from serious injuries while the driver sped off after the incident.
Another motorist caught on camera the drama that unfolded in Thomas Lewis Way, Southampton.
He now faces a lengthy time off work to recover.
It has been claimed on social media that the female driver of the Audi had previously flung open her door to hit him and after he shouted at her, she went on the wrong side of the road to catch him.
The incident happened at the junction with Horseshoe Bridge, on the carriageway heading towards Bevois Valley, at 11.49am, on Thursday.
The dashcam video has been watched more than 50,000 times, after being uploaded yesterday.
It clearly shows the car coming from the opposite side of the road, as the rider jumps off his motorcycle in an attempt to get out of the way.
Then, as the driver of the car with the camera turns into Horseshoe Bridge, the Audi pushes in front and cuts up a lorry turning into Empress Road, before driving off at high speed.
The incident has been reported to police, who have yet to make any arrests.
A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said they are appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information that may help them, by calling 101.
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