A man has come forward to police following a hit run collision in Springvale yesterday afternoon which left a five-year-old boy with serious injuries.
Investigators have been told a dark-coloured sedan was travelling east along Hope Street when it struck the boy at 4pm.
It is believed the driver of the car did not stop at the scene.
The boy was found on the road by a nearby resident and taken to hospital.
The boy remains in hospital receiving treatment for serious injuries.
A 32-year-old man from Cranbourne West presented at Springvale Police Station last night.
He has been released pending further enquiries. The investigation remains ongoing.
Investigators are appealing for anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
