A horse and its rider were hurt in a hit-and-run incident on Wesley Lane, just off Brokerswood Road near Trowbridge, on 27 December.
Wiltshire Police confirmed that a vehicle collided with the horse at around 2.45pm, although some social media reports suggest the collision occurred closer to 1.50pm.
The rider, a woman in her 20s, sustained injuries but is expected to make a full recovery. Her horse suffered minor wounds to its legs.
Police say the driver fled the scene in a black VW Polo without stopping. The car is believed to have damage to its offside and may have a noisy exhaust system following the collision.
“The car will have been damaged due to colliding with the horse,” a Wiltshire Police spokesperson said.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Wiltshire Police on 101, quoting reference 54250167821. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.
Originally published by UKNIP.
