A quiet afternoon in the Perth suburb of Bentley turned to chaos when a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident that has left the local community shaken.
Emergency services rushed to Lawson Street around 4:30 PM on Tuesday following multiple reports of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a motor vehicle. Witnesses described a scene of confusion as paramedics worked to stabilise the injured individual.
The victim, whose identity has not been released, sustained serious injuries in the impact and was immediately transported to Royal Perth Hospital for emergency treatment. Medical authorities have confirmed the pedestrian is currently in a stable condition, though the full extent of their injuries remains unknown.
Driver Flees Scene
What makes this incident particularly concerning is that the driver responsible failed to stop at the scene. "We believe the vehicle involved continued driving without rendering assistance," a WA Police spokesperson confirmed.
Law enforcement officers have launched a full investigation, cordoning off a significant section of Lawson Street to collect forensic evidence and speak with potential witnesses. The thorough crime scene examination suggests police are treating this as a serious traffic offence.
Community Calls for Witnesses
Local residents expressed their shock at the incident, with many noting the area's typically quiet nature. "You never expect something like this to happen on your own street," one neighbour told reporters.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from Lawson Street between 4:15 PM and 4:45 PM to come forward. They're particularly interested in speaking with motorists who regularly travel this route during afternoon peak hours.
The investigation continues as authorities work to identify and locate both the vehicle and driver involved in this alarming incident.
