The accident occurred in Birmingham near Castle Vale and a road has been closed as police try to piece together what happened in the early hours of this morning. They are at the crash site, near Sainsbury’s, towards Spitfire Island. Kingsbury Road, at the junction of Yatesbury Avenue, is also closed.

TO West Midlands Police The spokesperson said: “We are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was seriously injured following a single-car collision in the early hours of this morning (Sunday).

“The passenger in the car was seriously injured after the car collided with guardrails at the junction of Chester Road and Kingsbury Road in Erdington, Birmingham, at around 4.44am.

“The 24-year-old was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Two people, the driver of the vehicle and a second passenger, are believed to have left the scene. “We ask that you do the right thing and come forward.

“We would like to speak to any witnesses or anyone who has information, including dash cam footage, that may assist with our investigation.

“If you can help us, you can contact us through the Live Chat on our website or by calling 101, quoting registration 638 of November 3.”