Man found dead on roadside after suspected hit-and-run in Sydney’s northwest
A passing motorist made a chilling discovery when they found a young man lying unresponsive on the roadside.
A late-night drive turned to tragedy after a passing motorist found a young man lying unresponsive on a rural roadside, the victim of a suspected hit-and-run now under urgent police investigation.
Emergency services were called to Old Kurrajong Rd in Richmond, northwest of Sydney, about 7.45pm on Sunday after a motorist stopped and tried to save the 23-year-old, who was found critically injured on the roadside.
Paramedics arrived soon after, but the man died at the scene.
Police said early inquiries indicated the man was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop.
About an hour later, and less than 10 minutes away, officers were called to a paddock off Kurmond Rd, North Richmond, where a Nissan Navara had reportedly left the roadway and rolled several times.
A 41-year-old man was treated at the scene for minor injuries and taken to Westmead Hospital for assessment.
Police are now investigating whether the two incidents are linked.
As inquiries continue, investigators are urging anyone who may have information, or who was in the area at the time with dashcam or mobile phone footage, to contact Windsor Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Originally published as Man found dead on roadside after suspected hit-and-run in Sydney’s northwest
