A DRIVER has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following an incident in Trowbridge.

On Thursday night at around 9pm, a man was driving his black Ford Focus when he was involved in a collision with a pedestrian, before making off towards Marston Road.

A 44-year-old man sustained minor injuries.

Officers have been carrying out enquiries in relation to the incident and a 21-year-old man from Trowbridge has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

He is currently in custody in Melksham for questioning.

More to follow.