Man found seriously injured in Melton West gutter

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for information after a man was found seriously injured on the side of the road in Melton West overnight following an alleged hit-run., Victoria Police say

Police were called to Westmelton Drive near Rathdowne Circuit following reports a man was injured about 1.10am.

The man was subsequently taken to hospital and a crime scene set up.

A short time later a man believed to have been involved in the collision called police and handed himself in.

The 22-year-old Melton South man is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

Westmelton Drive will be closed for some time while police process the scene.

Anyone with information or anyone who witnessed the collision is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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