Police are appealing for witnesses after a boy was knocked off his bike by a car and the driver fled the scene at speed. 

The collision happened on October 4 at around 8:20am on Blackberry Lane in Potterne, near Devizes.

An eight-year-old boy was cycling along the lane when he was hit by a car and fell off his bike.

The car then drove off at speed, leaving the child with several injuries, including a head injury.

He was checked over by ambulance staff and his injuries were not thought to be life-threatening.

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “The car involved is believed to be navy or green in a VW Polo/Golf shape.

“If you saw what happened, or have information that could help with our enquiries, please contact us on 101, quoting reference number 54240116975.

“You can also contact us through our website.

“Alternatively, you can leave information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.”