An elderly man has died in hospital following a hit and run incident at Mayfield.
The 91-year-old was crossing Stedman Street at Maitland Road at about 12.45 last Friday afternoon when he was knocked down by an SUV.
He rushed to the John Hunter Hospital with multiple injuries but passed away early Monday morning
Officers from Newcastle City Local Area Command are continuing to investigate the crash and are appealing for witnesses or any person with information about the car or its driver to come forward.
The car has been described as a red Mitsubishi ASX and was travelling west on Maitland Road prior to the crash.
It’s believed the car stopped briefly nearby after the crash before being driven away.
Investigators believe there would be damage to the front portion of the vehicle.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
