On Sat 23/2/19 at around 6.20am a male and female were hit whilst riding bicycles north along Nelson Bay Road approximately 1km south of the intersection with Salamander Way.
The riders allege they were struck from behind by a ute travelling northbound and knocked off their bikes. The driver did not stop. The riders were unable to get the registration number and required hospital treatment.
The riders are seeking assistance from anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who may have seen the vehicle in the area at that time.
The vehicle is described as a dark blue Toyota Hilux 4WD or ute, with a 'tub' type tray, no canopy, a model dating from the late 1990's or early 2000's and it may have had TOYOTA written in white across the back of the tray door.
If you have information please call Crimestoppers on 1 800 333 000
