Police investigate Talbot incident

Police are investigating after a man sustained serious injuries after falling from a moving utility in Talbot this morning.

Emergency services were called to Heales Street just after midnight on 12 June.

It’s believed an 18-year-old man was standing in the tray of the south bound utility travelling on Heales Street when he has fallen.

Passer-by’s rendered assistance to the Maryborough man before paramedics arrived at the scene.

The man was airlifted to a Melbourne hospital where he remains in a serious condition.

The driver of the utility, believed to be a dual cab with a steel tray and no sides, did not stop at the scene.

Investigators are returning to the scene today are appealing for the driver of the utility to come forward.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police with their enquiries is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link

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