Man in his 90s in Boxing Day collision whilst out walking
The man was helped by passers by
Police near Sidmouth are investigating an incident on Boxing Day in which a man aged in his 90s was in collision with a car.
It happened on Fire Beacon Lane, near the Bowd Inn, between 12.45pm and 2.30pm.
A Devon & Cornwall Police spokesperson said: "The pedestrian, a man in his 90s, was helped by a number of people. Initially his injuries were not thought to be too serious, and he returned home.
"His condition deteriorated during the afternoon, an ambulance was called, and the man was admitted to hospital with potentially serious injuries.
"The ambulance service notified police of the collision at around 6.45pm.
"Officers are now appealing for the driver of the car involved in the collision to come forward. The driver remained at the scene, but no details were taken at the time.
"If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police via our website here or by calling 101 quoting reference number 50240323981."