A WOMAN was hit by a car in Yeovil which left the scene on New Year’s Eve.

Police are appealing for information after the incident, in Christopher Close, at around 5pm on December 31.

An Avon & Somerset Police spokesperson said a dark blue car collided with the woman before it was “driven off onto Preston Road towards Larkhill Road”.

“The woman suffered bruising and was treated in hospital,” they added. “She has since returned home to continue her recovery.

“Officers have conducted CCTV enquiries in the area and are now urging anyone who has any footage in the area at the time or anyone who witnessed the incident to speak to them.”

Anyone who can help with the investigation should contact police on 101 and give the reference number 5225000375. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.