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Saturday, June 23, 2012

Non stop road traffic collision in Morcott A47 and involved a cyclist and a grey or blue Renault Laguna.


Non stop road traffic collision in Morcott

Police are appealing for witnesses to a non stop road traffic collision in Morcott.

The incident happened at 9am on Saturday, June 16 on the A47 and involved a cyclist and a grey or blue Renault Laguna.

Both the cyclist and car were travelling towards Peterborough when the incident happened. The car did not stop at the scene.

The 49-year-old cyclist received serious facial injuries and was taken to Northampton Hospital, but has since been discharged.

PC Nige Whitehorn, who is investigating the incident said: “We are obviously keen to speak to anyone who was driving though the area at the time of the incident and saw the collision take place, or saw either the car or the bike in the moments leading to it.

“Please think back, were you in this area on Saturday morning? Did you see a car driving off from the scene? Any information could help with our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked contact PC 573 Nige Whitehorn on 101 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted, key in his identification number 0573. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.

*Please note, some mobile phone providers may charge for this call.