Pedestrian hit by car in Preston's Blackpool Road as emergency services rush to scene

A pedestrian was reportedly injured after being struck by a car in Preston this afternoon.

Police and ambulance crews were called to the scene in Blackpool Road at Lane Ends, close to the junction with Stocks Road, at around 3pm.

It’s believed a man was crossing the road when he was hit by the vehicle. Reports suggest the man suffered minor head injuries and was treated at the scene by paramedics.

Lancashire Police and North West Ambulance Service were approached for details.