POLICE have launched an appeal after a cyclist was struck in a suspected hit-and-run collision.

Officers are appealing for information after a vehicle failed to stop following a collision in Braishfield.

The incident happened on Furzedown Road between King's Somborne and Braishfield, at around 1.50pm on Wednesday, 27 February.

Police say the collision involved a pedal cycle and a 4x4 vehicle towing a flatbed trailer.

The driver of the 4x4 failed to stop at the scene.

The cyclist sustained a number of grazes and cuts.

PC Mathew Willcocks, said: “I am appealing to anyone who witnessed this collision or anyone who thinks they may know the driver of the 4x4 to get in touch with us.”

If you have any information, please contact us on 101, quoting reference number 44190070804.

In an emergency, call 999.