ACT Policing media release
Witnesses sought to hit and run at Lyons
Wednesday, 17 September 2008
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an alleged hit and run collision in Heysen Street, Lyons yesterday (Tuesday, September 16).
About 5.30pm the female victim was riding her bicycle westbound along the gravel roadside when she was struck from behind by a vehicle believed to have been travelling in the same direction.
The vehicle failed to stop and fled the area at speed.
The victim was conveyed to the Canberra Hospital by ACT Ambulance officers where she received treatment for minor injuries and was later released.
Tuggeranong General Duties patrol members located a stolen white Ford Falcon sedan which police believe may have been involved in the incident.
The vehicle has been conveyed to ACT Policing's Property Office, along with the victim's bicycle for forensic analysis.
Police would urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident, who may have seen a white Ford Falcon sedan in the area or who may have any other information which would assist the police investigation to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online to www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.
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ACT Policing
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