A man has been treated for leg injuries after police say he was struck by a ute fleeing the scene of an alleged shoplifting incident. Photo: Julia Gomina.
Two men are on the run after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle fleeing the scene of an alleged shoplifting incident in Cooma.
Police were called to a Sharp Street business at about 4 pm on Wednesday (5 July) following reports items were being stolen.
Officers saw a black ute – with two men inside – drive into a pedestrian before fleeing the scene.
The 31-year-old pedestrian was treated by paramedics for leg injuries before being taken to hospital in a stable condition.
Highway Patrol officers tried to chase the ute, however the pursuit was terminated due to safety concerns.
A PolAir helicopter was called in, which located the black ute abandoned in bushland at Dry Plain.
Police have established a crime scene.
One of the men has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, of medium build, with brown hair and full beard. He was wearing a green cap, hoodie and black pants at the time of the alleged incidents.
Anyone with information has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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