A pensioner suffered serious head injuries after being struck by a motorcyclist who then fled the scene.

The 66-year-old was crossing North Road, Lancing, yesterday afternoon when she was knocked down.

She was rushed to the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton where she remained in a serious condition last night.

The motorcyclist sped off and is believed to have abandoned his bike before getting into another vehicle.

Last night, police confirmed three men had been arrested on suspicion of failing to stop after an accident.

Witness Gary Evans, writing on Twitter, praised members of the public who rushed to the pedestrian’s aid.

He said: “Well done to the Lancing people who quickly rallied to help the injured lady this afternoon. Was  inspiring to see how many aided.”

A Sussex Police statement said: “Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was knocked down by a motorbike as she crossed the road.

“The victim was struck by a motorcyclist heading south in North Road, Lancing, at about 4pm.

“She suffered a serious head injury and was taken to Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton for treatment.

“The motorcyclist left the scene with his bike but abandoned it in Penstone Park, Lancing, and got into a second vehicle.

“Two men were later arrested in Berriedale Drive, Lancing, on suspicion of fail- ing to stop after an accident.

“A third man was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop after an accident after he visited Shoreham Police Station.”

Sergeant Alan Spicer said: “I would like to thank residents and people visiting the area for their patience while we have been investigating this incident.

“I am keen to speak to anyone who saw the collision, the man leaving on a motorbike or where he went after abandon- ing his vehicle.”

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting Operation Ashbury or email
collision.appeal @sussex.pnn. police.uk.


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