A driver was seriously injured in a hit-and-run collision in Cowley today.

At about 8.25am, a silver Ford Mondeo was involved in a collision with a van of unknown make and colour on Barns Road near to the junction with Between Towns Road.

The driver of the van failed to stop at the scene, and the driver of the Ford suffered serious injuries and has been taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital,Oxford.

If you witnessed the incident or have any other information that could assist police with their investigation, contact Sgt Jack Hawkins on 0845 8 505 505. If you don't want to speak to police or give your name, please call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.