News / Crime
Police investigating Sydney Road hit-and-run
Elderly woman in hospital in serious condition
Brunswick Voice
Friday, May 8, 2026
Police are appealing for public assistance following a hit-run collision that brought Sydney Road to a standstill on Thursday evening.
Police have been told a woman was crossing Sydney Road near Barkly Street and had stopped in the middle of the road to wait for traffic to clear about 4.15pm.
It is believed a small white Volkswagen hatchback travelling north hit the woman and failed to stop.
It continued along Sydney Road where the driver pulled over near Wilson Avenue and was last seen walking towards the railway station.
A 71-year-old Brunswick woman was taken to hospital where she remains with serious injuries.
Police seized the vehicle but are yet to locate and speak to the driver.
The driver is described as being aged in his 20s with dark hair and was wearing a black jacket and black shorts with a red stripe.
Investigators from the Fawkner Highway Patrol have obtained CCTV footage of a man who may be able to assist with their enquiries and are keen to speak to any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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