BT man seriously injured following hit and run

(CNS): The police are appealing for witnesses to an early morning hit and run in Bodden Town Saturday which has left a 56-year-old man with serious injuries. Police said that the man, who lives in the district, was walking on the left side of Bodden Town Road heading east in the vicinity of Chester’s Heavy Equipment Services at about 1:43am when he was hit by a passing vehicle. An RCIPS spokesperson said the driver of that as yet unidentified vehicle did not stop.

Police and medics attended the scene and the victim was taken to the George Town hospital, where he was admitted. He is currently being treated for serious injuries. Anyone who may have witnessed the accident or who may have information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact Inspector Adrian Barnett at 526-2204.