A TEENAGER was left with a serious leg injury after being hit by a car in Colchester. 

The 17-year-old girl was walking along North Hill when she was struck by a blue Ford Fiesta.

She was taken to hospital with a serious leg injury but has since been discharged. 

The 21-year-old driver remained at the scene and assisted police with their investigations. 

No arrests were made, however enquiries are still ongoing and police are appealing for more information. 

The incident happened at around 5.20pm on Tuesday, October 3.

An Essex Police spokesman said: "Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Roy Linton at Stanway Roads Policing Unit on 101."