A BIKER has suffered a serious injury following a hit-and-run in a Hampshire village.

A tipper-style van and a grey Daytona motorbike were involved in a crash on Corhampton Lane, Corhampton between the B3035 and Stakes Lane.

The motorbike rider, a 44-year-old man, suffered a serious hand injury which will require surgery.

The van left the scene without stopping.

Officers investigating the crash between 9.10am and 9.25am on Friday are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information should call Hampshire Constabulary on 101 quoting 44220261800.

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