Woman Hit By Taxi In Portsmouth

Police in Portsmouth are appealing for information after a woman was hit by a taxi in Portsmouth.

It happened on Gunwharf Road on Friday, July the 1st shortly after 2.20am.

An 18-year-old woman was crossing the road when she was in collision with a white Ford minibus taxi.

She sustained hip and head injuries and was taken to Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham where she is expected to remain for some time. Her injuries are considered serious but not life threatening.

Witnesses to the collision are asked to call PC Adam Jackson at Fratton Roads Policing Unit on 101.

Alternatively, contact the charity Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where information can be left anonymously.