Woman dies after alleged hit-run in Frankston South as police hunt dark SUV

A woman has died after being struck by a vehicle with the driver then fleeing scene in Melbourne’s south-east, prompting a major police investigation and a public appeal for witnesses.

Detectives are examining the fatal hit-run in Frankston South after emergency crews were called to Frankston-Flinders Rd, near Highland Dr, about 5.30am on Tuesday.

Police believe the vehicle involved was a dark-coloured SUV, which left the scene travelling west along Frankston-Flinders Rd.

The woman, who has not yet been formally identified, died at the scene.

Investigators are still working to piece together exactly what happened, with a crime scene in place and traffic disruptions expected to continue in the area for some time.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam or CCTV footage, or has information that could assist has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Originally published as Woman dies after alleged hit-run in Frankston South as police hunt dark SUV