Man killed in ‘shocking’ suspected hit-andrun in village

A 60-year-old man has died after being knocked down by a vehicle in a villagew.

The man was walking in Park Lane in Sutton Bonington, near Loughborough, when he was knocked down shortly after 10pm on Saturday October 30.

Despite the efforts of emergency services, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers believe the vehicle involved fled the scene immediately after the incident - and are now appealing to the public for further information.

Sergeant Sarah Stables, of investigating force Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This is a shocking incident in which a man has tragically lost his life.

“We are working hard to find the vehicle and driver involved and would like to speak to anyone who may have additional information about what happened.”

Officers are now making door-todoor enquiries in the area and want to speak to anyone who has information.

Nottinghamshire Police are keen to speak to anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage and drivers who might have seen a vehicle leaving the area which could be a “vital clue” in the case.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the force on 101 quoting incident 806 of October 30 2021.