AN ELDERLY man was injured after his car was stolen from a station forecourt.

The 92-year-old victim was approached by a man who said there was something wrong his car.

The victim went to look at the vehicle, but in the meantime the man drove off in the vehicle dragging the victim 20 feet.

The victim sustained injuries to both his arms, bleeding to his arm, a swollen left elbow and a bruised hip. He was taken to hospital but later discharged.

Witnesses to the incident at Bexhill Railway Station on June 20 at around 9pm should contact BTP on 0800 40 50 40, reference 147 of 22/06.

The car, a silver Hyundai Amica five door saloon, registration Y279GDW, was taken..

Investigating officer DC Vanessa Cottington said: “I am keen to speak to anyone who may have information about this incident. The victim tried to grab the car keys from the ignition when the man drove off.

“Were you in the area at the time? Did you see anyone acting suspiciously?

“The man I would like to speak to is described as white, about 50 years old, muscular build, 5’10” with short, dark curly hair. If you know someone who matches this description, or witnessed the car leaving Bexhill station then please get in touch.”