Cyclist fighting for his life after hit-and-run crash in Exmouth

A cyclist is fighting for his life in hospital after a hit-and-run crash in Exmouth. Emergency services were called to Withycombe Road at around 9.25pm on Saturday, November 16, following a serious collision.

The crash involved a cyclist and a blue Honda CR-V. The cyclist, a man in his 30s, was rushed to Derriford Hospital with a life-threatening head injury.

Police said the driver of the Honda fled the scene of the crash. Investigating officers are now appealing to the public for information on what happened.

Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Officers from the Roads Policing team would like to thank the public for their patience whilst the road was closed for investigations to be carried out.

"Anyone with any relevant information or Dashcam footage which may assist the investigation is asked to contact police via the force website or by calling 101 quoting log 777 of 16/11/24."