POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was seriously injured in a hit and run crash.

Bradford District CID would like to speak to anyone who witnessed, or has information about the incident which took place in an alley off Laisteridge Lane, near Grantham Terrace at about 21.42pm on Wednesday.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "It occurred after a black Audi S3 car was in collision with a male pedestrian who was present in the alleyway.

"The 31-year-old man suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. His condition is described as not being life threatening.

"The Audi S3, which failed to stop at the scene, was being pursued by police prior to the collision after failing to stop for officers.

"The vehicle was located shortly afterwards in Melbourne Place, and it is believed two men fled from the car after leaving it there.

"A referral was made to the IOPC."

DI Suzanne Hall of Bradford District CID, said: “We are conducting a number of enquiries today into what has clearly been a serious incident in which a member of the public has been seriously injured by a car which failed to stop at the scene.

“Anyone who saw the collision or the car being abandoned on Melbourne Gardens, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident, is asked to contact Bradford District CID on 101 referencing log number  13210497183. 

"Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat or anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”