POLICE are renewing an appeal after a collision led to the death of a dog who was out running with its owner.

Officers investigating the collision, which happened at 6am on Coombe Street Lane, Yeovil, on Sunday, February 1, are urging witnesses or anybody with information to come forward.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “The collision involved a car and a pedestrian who was out running with her dog.

“The pedestrian, aged in her 30s, sustained minor injuries which were assessed in hospital while the dog suffered significant injuries and had to be put to sleep.

“The vehicle left the scene before speaking to her.

“As part of the investigation, officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any footage of it or any other information to come forward.”

Anybody who can help are urged to call 101 with the reference number 5225033696, or complete Avon and Somerset Police’s online appeals form.

Otherwise,m contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their anonymous online form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and nobody will need to go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.