Massive Attack donate £10,000 to man attacked in racially aggravated hit and run

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Bristol band Massive Attack have joined thousands around the world donating to the victim of a racially aggravated hit and run attack.

The 21-year-old known as K suffered serious injuries including a broken leg, nose and cheekbone after finishing his shift at nearby Southmead Hospital on July 22 at 4.30pm.

The band donated £10,000 to the GoFundMe page, which was set up to show solidarity to the musician and his family.

The page has now reached more than £56,000.

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Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and released under investigation.

Avon and Somerset Police said the incident is being treated as a racially aggravated attack due to racist language used by the two occupants of the car - who fled the scene.

The vehicle involved in the incident has been seized and police are awaiting the results of a forensic examination.