An 87-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after he was hit by a car in the south Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe.
Police are pleading for information after the crash on Great South Road. They say at 3:40pm on Monday a silver Honda Insight hit the elderly man before speeding away from the scene towards Kolmar Road.
"[The car] will likely have extensive damage and police would like to speak to the driver, anyone else who may be able to identify them, or anyone who witnessed the crash," said Detective Senior Sergeant Kepal Richards.
"Information can be provided to Counties Manukau Crime Squad on 09 2611321 or anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
