Pedestrian struck in St Kilda East

Emergency services responded to a collision between a car and a pedestrian in St Kilda East this evening.

It's believed a man was crossing at the intersection of Dandenong Road and Chapel Street just before 6pm when he was struck.

The driver of the silver Toyota Corolla wagon was not injured and stopped at the scene.

A 77-year-old St Kilda man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Police will investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam/CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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