Police are appealing for information following the death of pedestrian in the Hunter region.
About 9.30pm Wednesday (30 October 2024), emergency services were called to the New England Highway at Harpers Hill, approximately 1km east of Greta, following reports of a crash.
Officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Valley Police District attended and found a man had been struck by a vehicle which allegedly failed to stop.
The pedestrian, a 37-year-old man, was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics; however, died at the scene.
A crime scene was established which was examined by the Crash investigation Unit.
Police are appealing for assistance to identify the driver of a 2006-2009 Toyota Camry or Aurion. Colour is unknown.
It is believed the car may have damage to the front end and bonnet.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
