Three people have been arrested after a crash involving a motorcycle and a car left a biker needing hospital treatment.

Police and paramedics were called to the incident in Bouverie Road West, Folkestone, near Tesco Express at 6.10pm yesterday.

Three people reported to have been inside the car are alleged to have left the scene on foot.

Shortly afterwards, a 33-year-old man and two teenage boys were arrested on suspicion of motoring offences including dangerous driving and failing to stop.

The rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 20s, was taken to the William Harvey Hospital for treatment.

His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Now, police are urging witnesses to come forward following the incident.

A spokesperson said: “Inquiries into the incident are ongoing and officers would like to hear from anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam footage covering the area between 6pm and 6.30pm.

“Please call the appeal line on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/99487/24.”