Teenager in hospital after hit-and-run in Oldbury

The driver abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene

Author: Dan DaviesPublished 11th Dec 2021

West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a pedestrian was injured following a hit-and-run collision in Oldbury last night (10 December).

An 18-year-old man was struck by a Mercedes-AMG at the junction of Hagley Road West and Wolverhampton Road at around 11.40pm.

He was taken to hospital although his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

The driver abandoned the car and fled the scene.

A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "We've spoken to a number of witnesses and are carrying out CCTV and other enquiries to identify who was behind the wheel.

"We're keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dash cam footage.

"The section of road was closed for a number of hours but has now re-opened.

"Anyone with information can contact us via Live Chat on our website or by calling 101. Quote log 4980 of 10/12/21."

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