Teenage cyclist seriously injured in Derby hit-and-run

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Police say the Ford Transit left Cheviot Street after the boy was injured

A teenage cyclist has been seriously injured after being struck by a van which then left the scene.

Derbyshire Police said the 17-year-old was hurt in Derby at the junction of Cheviot Street and Hawke Street at about 16:30 GMT on Friday.

The Ford Transit left the scene and the boy was taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries, the force said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.

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