Appeal after hit-and-run leaves victim in hospital

A WOMAN has been left with serious injuries after a hit-and-run in south Belfast.

It occurred on the Ormeau Road on Saturday at around 10.50pm.

The woman remains in hospital.

Sergeant Allister Hagan said: “As she crossed the Ormeau Road, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was stuck by a silver vehicle which failed to stop at the scene.

“The young woman is currently in hospital being treated for serious injuries which are potentially life-changing.

“While I am thankful for those witnesses who have already come forward and would also like to thank those people who assisted the injured woman in the immediate aftermath, I need anyone who saw the incident or anyone who may have dash cam footage to contact police.”

Sgt Hagan said police are particularly keen to speak with anyone who witnessed a silver car bearing substantial frontal damage leaving the scene.

“I specifically want to identify and speak to the occupants of a silver Vauxhall Vectra, registration LEZ6283, that was later found burnt out at 2.50am on the Ballyutoag Road area just outside north Belfast,” he added.

“I also want anyone who saw the silver Vauxhall in the days leading up to just before 10.50pm on Saturday evening in south Belfast, through to 2.50am in the early hours of Sunday when it was discovered, to contact police.”

A 29-year-old man arrested on Monday in north Belfast has been released pending further enquiries.