A WOMAN narrowly escaped serious injury when she struck by a passing coach.

The 60-year-old suffered head injuries and needed three stitches at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester.

Police believe she was struck by the open door of coach cargo compartment as it passed her in Bridge Street at about 9.30am on Saturday.

PC Paul White said: “The coach did not stop, but I understand that a number of witnesses were banging on the side of the coach to attract the attention of the driver after the incident, without success.

“There are therefore a number of witnesses to this incident and I am keen to hear from anyone who saw the collision, or indeed the coach before the event.

“I am also keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the coach afterwards, as I believe the driver would have, at some point, stopped to close the open door.”

Witnesses or anyone with information about the incident should contact Winchester police station on 101.