Air ambulance crew lands in Melton after reports of a pedestrian being hit by a car

An air ambulance crew was deployed to Leicester Road in Melton this afternoon (Thursday) with reports that a pedestrian has been struck by a car.
By Nick Rennie
Published 20th Jan 2022, 17:27 BST
The Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance pictured in flight during another potentially lifesaving mission EMN-220120-172002001The Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance pictured in flight during another potentially lifesaving mission EMN-220120-172002001
The Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance pictured in flight during another potentially lifesaving mission EMN-220120-172002001

The road was closed in both directions by police officers following the incident, which happened around 4pm, close to the Aldi store.

Emergency services were still at the scene a short while ago.

The Melton Times is seeking further details on the incident.

More to follow.