A motorist failed to stop after hitting a cyclist.

The incident took place on the B3162 at the junction with Duck Street, Symondsbury, on Wednesday (April 10). 

A man was riding his bicycle when, at about 9.55am, a vehicle, believed to be a people carrier with a possible partial index of WX18, crossed the road into the cyclist’s path.

The vehicle hit the cyclist’s right arm, but the driver did not stop and continued toward Bridport.

The cyclist, a local man in his 40s, managed to stay on his bike but suffered bruising.

A passer-by in a black coloured Volkswagen Golf stopped and checked on the cyclist.

Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Police Constable Alex Marshall, of Bridport police, said: “I'm very keen to speak to the VW driver as he might have important information that could help with my enquiries.

“If anyone else saw the incident or has any information about the vehicle involved, please contact police.”

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police at dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting crime number 55190055379.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.