Hit and run injures eight in Warwickshire village

Police are trying to track down the driver of the car, a silver Renault Clio, involved in the crash, which occured next to the Blue Lias pub in Stockton Road just before 10pm.

The car lost control as it left a classic car show in the village and hit eight people who were standing at the side of the road, forcing some of them into the hedgerow. The driver then drove off in the direction of the A426.

No one suffered any serious injuries, but some of the pedestrians had grazes, cuts and bruises.

Police investigating the incident would like to hear from anyone who witnessed it or has any information about the car involved.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Russell Pennington by calling police on 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111, where information can be given anonymously.