A MOTHER had to throw her toddler to safety when a driver reversed into her as she was crossing Edington Close in Toothill, knocking her over.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which happened at about 4.30pm on December 30 and involved a black car.

The 35-year-old woman and her son, aged two, escaped serious injury and the car was driven off with no attempt to stop.

PC Dan Thomas said: "A witness did approach the woman after this but we don't have his details - if that was you please come forward.

"Also, if anyone else heard or saw this incident or anything suspicious -perhaps involving a black car - in this area at this time, please contact me."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Wiltshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.