POLICE are trying to trace a driver whose car struck an elderly man in Gourock.

The 75-year-old was hit while crossing Shore Street near Eastern View around 8.15pm (Thursday).

The driver stopped and took the injured man to Inverclyde Royal Hospital but didn't leave any details or report the incident to police.

The pensioner suffered minor injuries and was kept in hospital overnight.

Police believe the car involved was a blue hatchback.

Any witnesses or the driver are asked to call officers on 101 quoting incident 4408 of 11 October.