A MAN was knocked down and seriously injured in Huddersfield.

The accident happened in Trinity Street near to its junction with Greenhead Road at about 7.25 last night.

The unnamed 46-year-old Golcar victim was taken to Leeds General Infirmary where he was expected to have surgery today.

H was described as critical, with head and chest injuries and two broken legs.

The car, a Volkswagen Golf, was being driven by a man from Longwood. He was uninjured.

Police said there were many people on the streets at that time enjoying the warm evening who would have seen the collision.

Anybody with information should contact PC Ian Harris at Huddersfield Road Traffic police on 01484 436847.