Pensioner seriously injured in Kirkby hit and run as CCTV appeal launched
Kirkby hit and run: pensioner injured, CCTV appeal launched

Police have issued CCTV images after a woman in her 70s was seriously injured when she was hit by a bike in Kirkby. The incident occurred at around 1.55pm on Saturday, October 3, on Cherryfield Drive.

The woman was walking along the pavement when she was struck by the bike. The rider fled the scene, and the woman sustained serious injuries that required hospital treatment.

Police release CCTV images

Merseyside Police have now released pictures of a man who may have vital information about the incident. Roads Policing Sergeant Christine Walker said: “We think the male pictured can assist our enquiries so if you recognise him, please come forward.”

“If you were in the area or captured this incident, we also want to hear from you. Any CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage could be vital in our ongoing investigation,” she added.

How to help the investigation

Anyone with information can contact the Merseyside Police social media desk via X or Facebook @MerPolCC. Information can also be reported via the Merseyside Police website or by calling 101, quoting incident reference 26000819850.

Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.