Charged with negligent driving
A man has been charged following an alleged hit and run collision in Woy Woy on Monday, September 2.
Police have been told a 37-year-old man, his wife, two children and the family dog were walking along Everglades Cr about 3:35pm when there was an exchange between him and the driver of a passing hatchback.
It was alleged that the driver of the car turned around and deliberately struck the man and then drove away.
The man was treated for head injuries before being taken to Gosford Hospital by NSW Ambulance Paramedics.
The following morning, a 21-year-old man attended Gosford Police Station, where he was arrested.
He was later charged with use offensive instrument with intent to commit indictable offence and negligent driving.
The man's vehicle was seized and will be examined by specialist forensic officers.
He was granted conditional bail to appear before Woy Woy Local Court on Tuesday, October 22.
Media release, 3 Sep 2013
NSW Police Media