A cyclist who died following a hit-and-run on the A338 has been named.

Richard White, 70, died in hospital last week after the incident on the A338 at Fordingbridge.

Police are appealing for information to trace a vehicle which failed to stop.

It is believed to be a white Ford Transit flatbed with registration BU53 FVM.

The crash occurred on the A338 Salisbury Road at 9.20am on April 28.

Mr White, from Downton, suffered serious head injuries and was taken to Southampton General Hospital.

He later died of his injuries on Wednesday, May 18.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting Operation Addition (44160159994).

Alternatively you can contact the charity Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.

Minicom users should call 01962 875000.