Witness appeal following hit and run

Police have appealed for witnesses after a woman was struck
by a van in a hit in run collision in Straiton Retail Park around 5pm yesterday
afternoon.

The woman and her family were using a zebra crossing when
she noticed the vehicle driving at speed towards them around 5pm on Monday.

She attempted to slow the van down but it struck her leg
and, as he stopped, the driver grabbed her from his window.

The woman broke free from his grasp and the vehicle drove
off, hitting her leg again.

Police have launched an investigation and have appealed for
a man, who helped the woman and her family, to come forward.

A statement said: “Around 5pm, a family of five were
crossing the road, at a zebra crossing, in Straiton Retail Park near to TK Maxx
and the Nike store, when the mother noticed a van driving at speed towards them
on the crossing.

“She attempted to slow the van down, however it struck her
on the leg. As the driver stopped, he then grabbed the woman from the window of
his vehicle.

“She managed to break free and the van drove off hitting her
leg again. She did not require medical treatment.

“Enquiries carried out so far have revealed a man assisted
the lady and her family, however, he left before police arrived and officers
are appealing for him to contact them as he could provide vital information
which could assist the investigation.”

Anyone who has information or dash cam footage of the
incident, should contact police on 101.