Man rushed to hospital after being hit by van in Ayr
Emergency services attended the scene and the 46-year-old was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The incident happened on Beresford Terrace, Ayr, at its junction with Parkhouse Street, at around 7.30pm on Wednesday, May 14.
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The driver of the white Vauxhall Vivaro van, a 39-year-old man, was arrested in connection with the crash and later released pending further enquiries.
Road policing officers are now appealing for information.
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Constable Ashleigh MacLachlan, of the road policing unit, said: "Our enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
"I am appealing for anyone who saw the crash who hasn't already spoken to officers to get in touch.
"I would also ask anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dash-cam footage which could assist, to contact us."
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