Two men have suffered "significant injuries" following a hit-and-run incident involving e-scooters in Yeovil.
A man has been arrested today (Friday, October 1) after the crash involving two e-scooters and a car on Sherborne Road.
Police say the driver of the car "failed to stop" at the scene following the incident, and the victims are currently being treated in hospital.
Officers were called to the location early this morning, and an investigation is currently ongoing.
Avon and Somerset Constabulary has confirmed the two scooters involved were hired.
A police statement reads: "Police are investigating a collision that occurred on Sherborne Road, Yeovil at 12.34am this morning, involving a car and two hired electric scooters.
"The driver of the car failed to stop following the collision.
"Two men, both in their 20s, are being treated hospital for significant injuries.
"A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the incident and enquiries are ongoing."
The statement adds: "Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision, particularly if they hold dash cam footage.
"If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference 5221228605."
South Somerset District Council operates a e-scooter hire scheme in Yeovil in conjunction with Zwings.
A spokesman for Zwings said: "We understand that there has been an incident involving e-scooters in Yeovil.
"Our thoughts are with the two injured riders and their families.
"We are cooperating fully with the police investigation and it would not be appropriate to comment further whilst this is ongoing."
Somerset Live has contacted South Somerset District Council for comment.