A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in relation to a reported hit-and-run crash which left a woman in a critical condition.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the collision, which took place in Suffolk Road, Bournemouth, on Saturday.

A vehicle believed to have been involved in the incident was stopped in Northamptonshire in the early hours.

Dorset Police received a report at around 1.35pm on October 23 from the ambulance service of a road traffic collision involving a car and a pedestrian on Suffolk Road.

The pedestrian – a woman aged in her 40s – sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

She remains in a life-threatening condition and her family is being supported by officers.

It was reported that the vehicle failed to stop at the scene and drove off in the direction of Clarendon Road.

A black Audi A4, believed to be involved in the incident, was located and stopped in the Northamptonshire area in the early hours of Sunday, October 24.

Following initial enquiries, an investigation has been launched by detectives from the Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT) to establish the full circumstances of the incident.

A 39-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and a 41-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

They are both currently assisting detectives with their enquiries.

Detective Inspector Wayne Seymour, of the MCIT, said: “An investigation is underway to establish exactly what happened and I would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please come forward.

“I would also ask motorists who were travelling in the area to please check their dashcams for any relevant footage that may assist the investigation.

“Officers can be approached by members of the community with any information or concerns.”

Anyone with information should contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, by emailing 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210171180.

Alternatively, to stay anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.