Man injured in Aberdeenshire hit-and-run

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Hospital: the motorcyclist was taken to A&E©:STV

A 49-year-old motorcyclist was taken to hospital after his vehicle was involved in a collision in Aberdeenshire.

Grampian Police are investigating the accident that occurred on the B976 South Deeside Road at Dinnet. It happened between 5:30pm and 5:55pm on Monday, west of the entrance to Deecastle Farm.

The other vehicle involved failed to stop at the scene.

As a result of the collision the driver of a red honda motorbike was taken to hospital. His injuries are described as not life threatening at this stage.

Police are asking anyone who saw a man either riding or pushing a red motorcycle along this stretch of road, to contact them.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Grampian Police on 0845 600 5 700 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.