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Bristol Post
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Shashana Brown

Driver urged to come forward after serious collision with man carrying a two-year-old boy

Police are keen to trace the driver of a car involved in a collision with a man who was carrying a young boy across a road in Fishponds.

The incident took place on Friday evening (November 20) on Forest Road, near the junction with Lodge Causeway and involved a dark grey estate car.

It left the 53-year-old pedestrian with a significant head injury, as well as fractures to his arm and leg. He remains in hospital and his condition is described as improving.

The two-year-old boy suffered minor injuries, Avon and Somerset Police said.

Detective Sergeant Nicholas Lawson said: “Our investigation is continuing and we’re focusing on reviewing CCTV footage, speaking to witnesses and forensic enquiries.

“We’re still appealing for the driver of the car to get in touch with us.

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"They may have panicked at the time, or not realised the extent of the injury caused to the pedestrian, but it’s vital they come forward now, not only to assist with our investigation but to help the family of those involved.

"They are traumatised by what’s happened and want to know that the driver responsible is engaging with the police.

“If this was you, please get in touch.

"If you witnessed this collision, or have any other information about the driver or the vehicle, please also get in touch.”

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