Police appeal after pedestrians struck by car in Penhill

Police are appealing for help to identify the driver of a red Vauxhall Astra driving erratically in Penhill Drive in Swindon at about 7.15pm yesterday.

The vehicle mounted the curb and struck three pedestrians and a parked car.

One of the pedestrians suffered a fractured ankle and two women had minor injuries.

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The Astra was later found burnt out in Waggoner Close, Abbey Meads, Swindon.

A police spokesman said: “We are aware that numerous people witnessed this incident, which resulted in three people being injured. This driver put numerous people at risk through his dangerous driving. We are appealing to anyone able to help identify whoever was responsible to contact us as a matter of urgency.”

“Please call us on 101 quoting log 54210058819 or alternatively you can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111”

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