A MOTORCYLIST has been rushed to hospital following a reported hit and run accident. 

A man in his 20s has been hospitalised after a crash on Millbrook Road West, Southampton at around 1.30pm today. 

The collision is reported to have involved a motorbike and single car. 

According to police, the car failed to stop at the scene. 

Two lanes of the westbound carriageway were closed as emergency services dealt with the situation. 

Motorists were urged to avoid the area, however, the route has since reopened. 

Anyone with information should call police on 101.