A woman has suffered rib and leg injuries, concussion and bruises after she was hit by a car.

The incident happened in Uckfield High Street's junction with the B2102 Bell Lane on Wednesday, March 7, at around  2.15pm. 

It involved a blue car travelling north which, after pausing briefly at the scene, then drove off.

The pedestrian, a 54-year-old woman, suffered bruising, concussion and rib and leg injuries.

She was taken to the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, and detained overnight for treatment and observation.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, and is also asking the driver to come forward.

Anyone who saw what happened or who may have other information relating to this collision is asked to contact police online or phone 101, quoting serial 703 of 07/03.