A man in his 40s has sustained injuries to his arm and head after being hit by a car in Co Antrim.

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following the collision in the Ballymoney area on Friday.

Sergeant McClean said: “We received a report at approximately 4.20pm on Friday, December 13 that a man, aged in his 40s, was struck by a vehicle on the Benvardin Road.

“He sustained an injury to his arm and head – and required medical treatment. The injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

“The car, which did not stop, has been described as possibly a blue Citroen DS. It’s understood to have lost a wing mirror as a result of the collision.

“We would ask anyone who was travelling in the Benvardin Road area between 4pm and 4.30pm yesterday, Friday December 13, to review any dash-cam footage they may have captured and call us on 101 with any information. The reference number is 1220 13/12/24.

“A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.

“Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”