Teen injured in West Mackay as driver flees the scene
A driver has fled the scene after allegedly crashing into a teenage boy in Mackay.
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A driver has fled after their vehicle allegedly struck a teenager on the Bruce Highway.
A police spokeswoman said the 14-year-old boy was hit at the intersection of Perry Street and Nebo Road in West Mackay about 8pm.
She said the driver drove away leaving the boy injured with a black eye and scratches.
The boy was reported to have no significant bleeding.
A Queensland Ambulance Spokesman said a male from that area had been taken to Mackay Base Hospital.
The spokesman said there was bruising but he was in a stable condition.
Police are investigating.
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