Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a car smashed into a boy yesterday.

The incident happened in North Farm Road, Tunbridge Wells, at around 6.45am.

Police said a 17-year-old boy was walking near the railway bridge when a dark blue Saab-type car smashed into him.

The victim was taken to hospital with a leg injury.

A Kent Police spokesman said: "As part of our inquiries police we would like to trace the driver of the dark blue car who did not stop after the incident happened."

Anyone with information should contact police on 01732 379 217 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.