Renewed appeal following hit and run crash in Mayfield

Police have renewed their appeal for information after a
cyclist was struck by a car in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 6 November, 2019.

Around 10.20pm on Wednesday evening, the 20 year-old man was
cycling on Mayfield Road at its junction with West Savile Terrace, when he was
struck by a red car.

The car failed to stop and passers-by assisted the cyclist
and called emergency services.

Police and ambulance attended and the injured man was taken
to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where he was treated for leg, arm and facial
injuries.  He was released after
treatment.

Constable Martyn Oakes said: “Enquiries are ongoing to trace
the car involved and its driver.  We are
viewing CCTV footage to gather more information on this crash.

“I would urge any witnesses, or anyone with information that
may assist our investigation to contact Howdenhall Police Station through 101
quoting reference number 4273 of 6th November.”