A main road has been cordoned off by police after a pedestrian was hit by a car. 

Emergency services were called to Dorchester Road, Weymouth, just before 5.45pm to reports of a serious collision.

Dorset Echo: Dorchester Road cordoned offDorchester Road cordoned off

Two ambulances have been seen at the scene and firefighters are present. 

According to Dorset Police, the collision involves a female pedestrian. 

Officers have shut the road near Lidl and a cordon remains in place.