A CYCLIST has been hurt in a serious crash in Hampshire this morning.

Police are now appealing for witnesses following the collision on the B2177 near Wickham.

Shortly before 7.15am a white Sprinter van was involved in a collision with a cyclist on Winchester Road.

The cyclist, a man in his 50s, was taken to Southampton General Hospital by air ambulance with serious injuries.

Road closures are currently in place between Wickham and Bishops Waltham.

If you saw this incident please contact PC Rob Tompkins at the Eastern Roads Policing Unit on 101 quoting Operation Arrows.