Biker seriously injured following 'hit-and-run' crash near Redruth
Police have issued an appeal, saying a driver failed to stop at the scene on Wilson Way in Pool on Sunday evening
Last updated 19th Jul 2021
A crash near Redruth has left a biker with potentially life-changing injuries.
The man was rushed to hospital after his motorbike and a car collided on Wilson Way in Pool.
Police say a driver failed to stop after the incident on Sunday evening.
Officers believe a Chrysler vehicle will have damage to the front end and a missing front number plate.
They are urging the driver to get in touch immediately and anyone who saw something at around 5.30pm to come forward.
"At approximately 17:30hrs on sunday 18th July 2021 police received a report of a two vehicle road traffic collision where a silver Chrysler 300c crd car had collided with a motorcycle on Wilson Way, Pool, Redruth.
"The male rider of the motorcycle was taken to hospital where he is being treated for serious and potentially life-changing injuries.
"The driver of the Chrysler did not stop at the scene.
"It is anticipated that the vehicle will have damage to the front end and also has the front number plate missing.
"Police are appealing for the driver of the vehicle to make contact with them immediately.
"In addition any person with any knowledge of the vehicle or its driver are asked to make contact as soon as possible, quoting log number 0766 18/07/21.
"The road was closed in both directions whilst the scene was examined.
"Officers would like to thank the public for their patience and assistance".
Devon & Cornwall Police