Greensborough Highway Patrol members are appealing for witnesses after a 6-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle in Epping on Tuesday night.
Investigators have been told the boy exited a vehicle which was parked along Brush Road at about 8.30pm.
“It is believed the boy walked to the front of the vehicle and onto the road when a white Nissan Patrol, bearing NSW registration plates DCA86E, drove past the parked vehicle and allegedly struck the boy,” Victoria Police said in a statement.
The driver of the Nissan Patrol stopped at the scene and provided their details before leaving prior to police arrival.
The male driver was perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, in his late 20’s, with scruffy hair and a short beard.
The 6-year-old Epping boy was later transported to hospital with minor injuries.
“Checks have since revealed the registration plates attached to the Nissan Patrol at the time of the incident belong to a different vehicle,” police said.
“Enquiries have also revealed the personal details provided at the scene by the driver of the Nissan Patrol were incorrect.”
Police have released an image of the Nissan Patrol which has two large round lights attached to its bonnet.
Anyone who recognises this vehicle, witnessed the collision or who has dashcam footage from nearby is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
