Man taken to hospital after being hit by car

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Wilkinson Street is closed while police carry out an investigation

A man has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Nottingham.

Police said part of Wilkinson Street would be closed for some time after the incident, which happened at 14:45 BST on Thursday.

Traffic control centre Nottingham Travelwise has said the road is shut between Armstrong Way and Heslington Avenue.

Drivers have been advised to avoid the area.

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