A PEDESTRIAN has been struck by a car in an accident that occurred on Wollumbin Street in Murwillumbah at about 6am this morning (Monday, March 4).
Contrary to some social media posts the accident was not a hit and run and the driver remained at the scene for police and ambulance services.
Tweed Byron Police Chief Inspector Luke Arthurs told The Weekly that a 48-year-old Murwillumbah was driving along Wollumbin Street when he struck a 43-year-old man not known to him.
The accident happened outside Wollumbin Bakery and the driver remained at the scene with the injured man.
Police and ambulance attended the scene and the victim was taken to Gold Coast University Hospital with a head injury.
Ch Insp Arthurs said the man was conscious and talking and was taken to hospital as a precautionary measure.
The 48-year-old driver was questioned at the scene but released without charge.
If anyone witnessed the accident they are urged to contact Tweed Byron Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
