Police are seeking dashcam footage after a man was hit by a ute south of Nelson Bay this morning.
Emergency services were called to Nelson Bay Road at Fullerton Cove, about 5.40am (Saturday 24 October 2026), after the ute struck the man in heavy fog, near the intersection of Cox Lane.
The 20-year-old man was treated at the scene before being taken to John Hunter Hospital with suspected fractures.
Officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District established a crime scene and commenced inquiries.
The driver of the ute, a man aged 65, tested negative at the scene.
As inquiries continue, police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident, or relevant dashcam footage, to contact Raymond Terrace Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
