A MAN is fighting for life after being hit by a car in Southampton.

Police are investigating after the crash, which happened on The Avenue near the junction with Rockstone Place.

The man, who has not been named, was hit by a black BMW 535 at about 4.15pm on Friday.

The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, suffered life-threatening injuries.

He was taken to Southampton General Hospital where he remains in a critical condition at this time.

The Inner Avenue was shut in both directions between Dorset Street and Archers Road.

Officers would like to hear from anyone with information about the circumstances surrounding the collision.

PC Aaron Smith said: “We would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at this time and witnessed the collision between the car and the man.

“In addition, we would like to know what happened in the short time leading up to the collision.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Smith on 101, quoting 44160454764, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.