Police seek witnesses to hit and run in Acton

Witnesses sought

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage of a hit and run that occurred on Barry Drive, Acton on Sunday, 8 April 2018.

The incident happened at about 2.30am, near the playing fields next to Barry Drive. The man was hit while he was walking within the bike lane on Barry Drive, heading towards Belconnen. He was struck by a Subaru Forester, who failed to stop.

The man was assisted by a member of the public who transported him to hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The Subaru Forester is believed to be a dark blue or black 2004 model.

Police are urging anyone who may have any information about the incident or the vehicle, or have any dash-cam footage that could assist police, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.

Please quote reference 6253036. Information can be provided anonymously.

Media enquiries

Police Media — (02) 6264 9460, act-police-media@afp.gov.au

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