A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car during an anti-social road user event in Manawatū in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Detective David Burrows says at around 12:20am, Police were called to Halcombe Road, north of Feilding following reports of a vehicle colliding with a person.
"That person was located with extensive injuries, and is currently in the Intensive Care Unit at Wellington Hospital.
"The vehicle allegedly involved in this incident left the scene before Police arrival - we want to speak with the driver as the information that he has will be vital to our investigation."
Police investigating this incident are seeking witnesses and anybody with information to come forward.
"There were a number of people in attendance at the time this incident took place, and we believe someone will either have information that can assist us in identifying the alleged driver or any other information that can assist in our investigation."
We understand that people may have video footage of the incident and are concerned about pressure from others to not speak to Police. If you have any concerns, you can be assured that your information will be treated with the utmost confidence if you wish.
"We're providing the family of the young person, who was injured, with the support they need at this time. We're urging people to please consider them and do the right thing and come forward with any information you have.
"This is a traumatic incident and something that could have so easily been avoided. Anti-social road activity is extremely dangerous, whether you are taking part or simply just observing, and this incident should be a reminder of that."
Anyone with information can contact Police via 105, either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz.
Please reference the file number 260822/2821.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
