A MAN fleeing from Police Special Constables was hit by a car on Moss Bank Way, Bolton on Tuesday evening.

The 42-year-old was knocked down by a red Fiat Punto at around 7pm as he ran into the road.

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: “Two Police Special Constables were on Moss Bank Way, Bolton, and approached a man to talk to him.

“The man turned and ran into the road and was then knocked over by a red Fiat Punto.

“He received minor injuries and was taken to hospital, but was later discharged.

“The man, 42-years-old, was later arrested for breach of his bail conditions.”