A woman has been injured following a crash in Mayfield, with police alleging the driver involved was performing a burnout before fleeing the scene.
Emergency services were called after reports of a collision in the suburb, located north-west of central Newcastle. The incident resulted in a woman sustaining injuries that required medical attention.
According to initial investigations, the vehicle involved was allegedly being driven dangerously and performing a burnout before the crash occurred. Following the collision, the driver reportedly left the scene before police arrived.
Officers from NSW Police Force have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and identify the driver.
Witnesses and anyone with relevant dashcam footage have been urged to contact police, as investigators work to piece together the events leading up to the incident.
Authorities regularly warn motorists about the dangers of reckless driving, including burnouts and street racing, which can place drivers, passengers and pedestrians at significant risk.
The injured woman received assistance from emergency responders, and police continue to investigate the matter.
