Lorry hits man in Aberdeenshire town and drives off

Police in Ellon are investigating after a man was hit by a lorry that then failed to stop.

The incident happened last Tuesday at 4.15pm at the town’s junction between Station Road and Hospital Road.

The white lorry was turning at the junction when it collided with a man, hit a wall and then drove off.

The pedestrian, who is in his late teens and early 20s, suffered minor injuries.

A police spokeswoman said: “Police are keen to speak with the driver and it is uncertain whether they were aware of a collision taking place.”

Anyone with information should call 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.