An alleged hit-and-run incident has left a woman seriously injured in Rotorua

The crash happened about 9pm on Thursday near the intersection of Haupapa and Tutanekai Sts, police said this morning.

Detective Sergeant Philip Wilkinson said police wanted to find the driver of a vehicle involved.

After allegedly striking the victim, the vehicle drove east on Haupapa St towards Fenton St, he said 

“This incident easily could have been fatal and it’s important we hear from anyone who saw it happen and anyone who witnessed an interaction between a woman and the driver of a red ute immediately prior,” Wilkinson said.

“We are reviewing CCTV from the area, but if you have any information or cell phone footage, please contact us as soon as possible.”

If you have information, contact police online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report”, or call 105.

Please use the reference number 250605/9241.