East Lothian man rushed to hospital after being 'struck by SUV that left scene'
Detectives are appealing for information after a 43-year-old man was struck by a car in Port Seton on Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Around 1.20am, the 43-year-old man was on Park Road when he was struck by a silver older-style SUV, which then drove off.
Police and ambulance attended, and the injured man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.
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Detective Sergeant Garry Mauran said: "Our enquires are at an early stage to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this incident and trace the driver and the car involved.
"If you witnessed this take place or saw a silver car being driven erratically in the Port Seton area, please contact us.
"Anyone in the area is asked to check their dashcam or personal footage and contact us if it holds anything that may be relevant to our investigation."
Information should be passed to Police Scotland by phoning 101 quoting incident number 0264 of 8 June. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.
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