A churchgoer who suffered serious injuries after being struck by a hit-and-run driver is now recovering in hospital.
Richard Selby was on his way to worship at St Andrew’s, Starbeck, when he was hit by a grey Mini Cooper on Knaresborough Road at around 8.50am on Sunday, January 26.
The Mini, which was travelling from Starbeck towards Harrogate, left the road near Lookers Ford garage.
The driver fled the scene, leaving injured Mr Selby, who suffered a broken leg and arm.
The Mini, which has no registered keeper, was left on the pavement.
Mr Selby was taken to Leeds General Infirmary with serious injuries and North Yorkshire Police are now appealing for information on the collision.
Revd Phil Carman, Vicar of St Andrew’s visited Richard in hospital this week (pictured) and said:
“Richard has been part of the church family at St Andrew's, Starbeck for many years.
“He is a volunteer for the St John Ambulance group that has connections with the church and is a member of our Tuesday Fellowship group.
“Lots of the church family have been concerned for Richard following the incident and praying for him.
“The Tuesday Fellowship group have written him a card that I was able to deliver to him along with a card of support and love from the wider church,” Revd Phil said.
Richard said: "I'd like to say a big thankyou for all the prayer, love and support I'm receiving at this difficult time."
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said:
"The driver of the Mini, anyone who can help identify them and anyone who witnessed the collision or saw the Mini before it collided with the pedestrian, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Traffic constable Steve James or email Steve.James117@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
"Please quote incident number 12200014610 when passing on information."