A 26-year-old man has died in an alleged hit-and-run in the early hours of Saturday morning (April 30).

Officers investigating the incident believe that the man was walking along the B4368 between Craven Arms and Much Wenlock was hit by a vehicle that failed to stop.

Police officers and West Midlands Ambulance Service attended the scene but sadly the man had died.

Detective Inspector Dafydd Jones said: “Our thoughts remain with the man’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.

“We continue to carry out enquiries into the incident and ask anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who has dash-cam footage to please get in touch by calling 101 quoting incident 96 i of 30 April.”

Anyone who has information that can help with the investigation can also report it online.

If you do not wish to contact the police, you can speak 100 per cent anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website. They will never ask for your details and they cannot trace your IP address.