Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorbike rider was seriously injured during a hit and run traffic crash in Dakabin this morning, June 7.
Initial investigations indicate at approximately 6.45am, a black 2012 Suzuki VLR1800 motorbike was traveling south along Old Gympie Road when it was struck by an unknown vehicle just after the intersection near Boundary Road.
The rider, a 48-year-old Dakabin man, was taken to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital with serious chest injuries.
The driver left the scene prior to the arrival of emergency services.
Police are appealing to witnesses, including nearby residents with CCTV or any motorists who were in the area between 6.30am and 7am, to immediately come forward.
Investigations are continuing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
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