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Man Reported Over Coonalpyn Hit & Run

August 11, 2025 6:32 am in by
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A driver has been reported after an alleged hit a run at Coonalpyn.

Around 6.30pm on Friday 8 August, a pedestrian was hit by car on Poyntz Terrace (the Dukes Highway), Coonalpyn.

The pedestrian, a 34-year-old local man, sustained serious leg injuries and was taken to a local hospital before being airlifted to Adelaide in a serious condition.

Following investigations police attended Riverlea Park and located a Mitsubishi Lancer involved in the crash and spoke with the driver.

The a 26-year-old man from Modbury was reported for leaving the scene of crash, causing harm and driving disqualified. He was issued with a 12 -month instant loss of licence and the vehicle was impounded. He will be summoned to attend court at a later date.

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Anyone who witnessed this incident or has any dashcam or CCTV footage that may assist police to identify the vehicle involved is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au.

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