A MAN was injured by a hit-and-run driver in Denby Dale.

The incident, involving a white Vauxhall Nova, took place in Wakefield Road, near its junction with Highbridge Lane, at about 4.10pm yesterday.

The 28-year-old walker, from Scissett, was taken to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary suffering from a bruised hip and shoulder.

The car had been travelling towards Scissett and failed to stop.

Anyone who saw the car, or witnessed what happened, should contact Huddersfield Road Traffic on 01484 437765.