M1 Princes Motorway's hit and run driver wanted by police

The crash occurred around 9.15am on the M1 northbound at Unanderra, just before the Five Islands Road exit, on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

"A white Hilux ute is alleged to have veered into the left lane and collided with a grey Mazda, causing the Mazda to spin out-of-control and stop facing oncoming traffic," Lake Illawarra Police District officers say.

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"The Hilux is alleged to have continued driving northbound on the motorway without stopping."

The driver and passenger of the Mazda did not sustain injuries.

Police are urging any witnesses to the crash, or anyone with dashcam or mobile phone footage, to contact them.

If you have information call Lake Illawarra police station on 4232 5599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote E97287416

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