Cyclist left seriously injured in a Geelong drain after hit-run collision

A cyclist has been left seriously injured in a drain after being hit by a car in Geelong.

Police have been told a white 4WD with a toolbox on the back collided with the bike near the corner of Emmerson and Lovely Banks roads in Lovely Banks at about 9am on Tuesday.

The cyclist was flung into a drain on the side of the road.

The vehicle failed to stop at the scene and was last seen travelling east on Lovely Banks Road.

The cyclist — a 33-year-old man — was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

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Anyone who witnessed the collision, with information or dashcam is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.