Driver flees scene after car smashes into Ullesthorpe garden wall
Police are calling on witnesses to come forward
The corner of a house, a lamppost and a front garden wall have been damaged after a car crash in Ullesthorpe on Sunday evening (November 8).
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Officers arrived at the scene less than 10 minutes after the 999 call, but those inside the vehicle had already fled the scene.
Market Harborough and Lutterworth Police said: “If you're reading this, we'd still love to hear from you. Please give us a call... we've got something that belongs to you.
“More specifically, we have your front offside wheel. It became detached during the incident, but don't worry, we've very helpfully placed it in the back of your car for safekeeping should you wish to reclaim it.”
PC Chapman thanked the residents of Ullesthorpe for “their assistance, patience, and good humour throughout the incident”.
The officer said: “It was a pleasure to meet so many friendly members of the community, albeit under unfortunate circumstances.
If anyone has information about the incident, they are told to report it to the force.