GBH charge after man hit by car near Southampton
Hampshire police were called shortly after 03:00 BST to reports of a collision in Montefiore Drive involving a pedestrian and a car.Police said the injured man was in a stable condition in hospital, where he continues to be treated for serious and potentially life-changing injuries.Two 15-year-old boys from Fareham and Hedge End who were arrested on Tuesday have been bailed until 3-4 September while inquiries continue.
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