Woman found 'lying on pavement' seriously hurt in hit-and-run

manchestereveningnews.co.uk:

A woman found 'lying on the pavement' in Salford was seriously hurt in a hit-and-run. Emergency services rushed to the scene after the victim was found 'covered in blood' on Graythorpe Walk on Monday afternoon.

A large cordon was put in place for several hours. Police have now confirmed that a woman - aged in her 20s - was hit by a car.

She was taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition. READ MORE: Woman in 'critical condition' following car crash in early hours The driver of the car fled the scene, police added.

An investigation is underway and witnesses are being urged to get in touch with officers. One resident, who was carrying out DIY nearby, reported hearing a 'thud' and went to see what had happened.