FIREFIGHTERS raced to cut a man free after he became trapped underneath an agricultural roller.

Teams from Sutton Scotney, Winchester and Redbridge were mobilised at 10.15am on Monday.

A 43-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and was cut free using angle grinders and small tools.

The incident happened in Whitehall Road, Little Somborne. 

A Hampshire Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: "The incident was handed to police and the farmer to investigate, and the stop message came in at 11.22am."

"A 43-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries," a Hampshire Constabulary spokesman added. "He remains in hospital in a critical condition. 

"Enquiries are ongoing into the exact circumstances of this incident.

"We are in liaison with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)."

The Chronicle has contacted South Central Ambulance Service for further information, and awaits a response.