A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was hit by a vehicle. 

Officers were called shortly after 11pm on Thursday, October 24 to what was initially reported as a suspected poaching incident in Netherton Road.

Upon arrival at the scene near Hurstbourne Tarrant, a man in his 50s was found with serious injuries.

It was reported that the man had attempted to confront a group of men he had seen in a field.

The men reportedly got into a vehicle, which then struck the man, before driving from the scene.

The victim was taken to hospital for treatment where he remains.

His injuries are described as serious but not life-threatening.

Following an investigation, officers arrested a 37-year-old man from Totton on suspicion of attempted murder last night.

He is currently in police custody while officers carry out further enquiries.

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District Inspector Stuart Ross said: “This was a serious incident and we know the impact that this has had on the community.

“I want to reassure people that we do not tolerate this type of offending and are working hard to bring those responsible to justice.

“We have spoken to a number of people in the community, but if anyone has any information about what took place, we urge them to speak to us.

“Perhaps you were in this area on that night and remembered seeing something suspicious?

“Or maybe you are aware of what happened and have information that could help our enquiries? If so, please get in touch.”

Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting crime reference number 44240464242, or report it online.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111.