11:32am Friday 3rd July 2009
By Jenny Makin
A YOUNG woman has been rushed to hospital with serious head injuries after she was knocked off her bike by a car in central Southampton this morning.
Part of the city centre is currently closed off following the accident which happened around 10.20am.
The woman is believed to be in her 20s and was riding along New Road when the collision happened, near the pedestrian crossing.
Witnesses say the air ambulance was called in while paramedics also went to the scene.
The woman has now been taken to Southampton General Hospital where she is being treated. The vehicle, a Vauxhall Zafira, remains at the scene which has been cordoned off pending investigation.
Witnesses should call police on 0845 045 4545.
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