Pedestrian injured in Kent hit-and-run

An appeal has been launched after a pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run in Kent.

The man in his 20s was injured in Kennel Hill, Eythorne at about 11:00 GMT on Thursday, Kent Police said.

His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police described the driver of a white Ford pick-up truck, which had left the scene, as a white man of medium build with blond hair.

Anyone with information or dash cam footage is asked to contact Kent Police.

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