A man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm following an alleged hit and run.
Police were called shortly after 3am to Montefiore Drive, where a pedestrian was hit by a dark-coloured car, believed to be an Audi, which did not stop.
A 38-year-old man was taken to Southampton General Hospital, where he remains, for treatment of serious, potentially life-changing injuries.
His condition continues to be described as stable by police.
Now, James Varol, 24, of Sawpit Rise, Whiteley, has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent, dangerous driving, failing to report an accident and failing to stop following an accident.
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He has been remanded to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court today.
Two 15-year-old boys from Fareham and Hedge End were arrested yesterday as part of the investigation and have been bailed until September 2 and 3, respectively.
On Monday, June 2, two 18-year-old men from Fareham and Hamble were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but later released without charge.
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