Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives continue to appeal for witnesses after a man was struck by a car and left with life-threatening injuries in Cardinia Wednesday night.
It is believed a white Jeep Compass was travelling east along Ballarto Road when it lost control and struck a pedestrian, near the intersection of Dalmore Road, about 6pm.
The pedestrian, a 76-year-old Tooradin man, was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The learner driver of the Jeep, a 36-year-old Cranbourne North woman, and her three passengers aged 5, 8 and 10 were not injured.
The woman was arrested, interviewed and released pending further enquiries.
As part of the investigation and following an appeal by investigators on Thursday – detectives have now identified the driver of a silver vehicle – which was seen in the vicinity moments prior to the collision.
The investigation however continues into the circumstances surrounding the collision with detectives appealing for motorists or witnesses in the area at the time, to come forward.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
