A TEENAGER is in surgery to save his leg after a collision in Little Hulton.

Police were called to the incident involving a silver Audi S3 Quattro and a pedestrian outside Kebab King in Manchester Road West, Little Hulton at about 7.25pm yesterday.

The pedestrian – an 18-year-old man – was crossing the road after leaving the takeaway when the Audi collided with him.

He was taken to Salford Royal Hospital with serious leg injuries where he is currently receiving surgery in an attempt to save his leg.

A 29-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and remains in custody for questioning.

As a result of the collision, the road was sealed off between Cleggs Lane and Captain Folds Road until the early hours of this morning.

Anyone who saw the Audi driving prior to the collision is encouraged to come forward.

Police Sergeant Jon McColl of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “At the time of the collision, there would have been other pedestrians and motorists in the area who may have had dashcam footage or witnessed the incident itself happening.  

“We’re particularly interested in speaking to people who saw the Audi driving in the area prior to the collision – you can call our dedicated number to speak to a member of the team about any information.”

Anyone with information should contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting reference number 1922 of 16/09/18 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.