A cyclist has been left with potentially life-changing injuries after a hit and run in Frampton Cotterell.

The incident at 9.15pm on Tuesday, December 4 took place at the Beesmore Road junction on Woodend Road.

A cyclist was seriously injured in the incident, with a Ford Focus failing to stop at the scene.

Avon and Somerset Police have revealed they are appealing for witnesses for the incident.

A statement from the police said: "The car drove towards the junction with Park Lane but it is not sure where it went afterwards.

The cyclist suffered serious leg injuries in the incident, which are not believed to be life threatening but could be life changing.

We are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen the silver coloured Ford Focus which was involved in the incident and drove off without stopping.

We are also appealing to any motorists who were in the area at the time with dashcams which may have captured the incident who the car involved."

If you have any information which could help contact avonandsomerset.police.uk/contact, or call 101, quoting reference number 5218268955.