A dog walker had to be taken to hospital after he was hit by a lorry which failed to stop.

Police are now investigating the hit and run, which happened in Wishaw at around 8.15am on Wednesday.

The 66-year-old man was walking his two dogs on Netherton Street, near to Netherton Road, when he was struck by the white HGV.

Members of the public helped the victim, who was taken by ambulance to Wishaw General Hospital for treatment to head and shoulder injuries. He was later released.

Officers are currently examining CCTV and making enquiries in the area to establish the full circumstances of the incident.

Constable Simon Reilly said: "It is very possible that the driver of the HGV has not realised that he struck the man and I would appeal to them to come forward.

"I would also ask anyone who was in the area yesterday morning and may have witnessed the incident to please get in touch.

"I would particularly appeal to any motorists who were in the vicinity to check their dashcams in case they have captured any footage which could be of significance to the investigation."