"Wellington Police seeking information following possible
hit-and-run"
Wellington Police are seeking information
following a possible hit-and-run in Wainuiomata in the early
hours of Saturday 10 December.
A woman was found near the
Wainuiomata Golf Course on Coast Road.
It is believed she
had been hit by a car between 2.30am and 5am this
morning.
Police would like to hear from any motorists who
were travelling on Coast Road between 2.30am and 5am this
morning so they can be eliminated from the investigations.
Police are also interested in hearing from anyone who may
have information about vehicles in the area that have
returned home from overnight with panel damage.
The woman
who was injured is in a stable condition in Wellington
Hospital.
Anyone with information is asked to call
Constable David Murrell of the Wellington Road Policing
Group on 04 381 2000.
Alternatively information can be
shared anonymously via Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.
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