On Thursday 6 September 2012 at approximately 1pm, police were called to reports of a pedestrian having been struck by a vehicle on New Town Road, New Town outside Ogilvie High School.

A 44 year old female had been attempting to cross the road when she was struck by a vehicle.  The car is described as a red coloured vehicle (possibly a hatch) with 2 male occupants. 

The offending vehicle did not stop. 

The woman has a suspected broken right arm and bruising to her body. 

Police are calling for witnesses to this incident, in particular anyone who can identify the offending vehicle.

Any calls to police will be treated confidentially and can be directed to Constable Andrew McShane or Acting Sergeant Fred Nyhouse at Southern Traffic Services Hobart on 6230 2260.

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