Ballarat Highway Patrol officers are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Ballarat this morning, Victoria Police say.
Police have been told a man was crossing Sturt Street when he was struck by a white Peugeot wagon travelling west just before midday.
A 78-year-old Ararat man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the Peugeot, a 35-year-old woman is currently assisting police with their enquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
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