Police search for driver after motorcyclist critically injured in crash

Police are searching for a driver involved in a crash that left a motorcyclist critically injured.

Emergency services were called to the intersection of Lake and Croudace Road in Wallsend just before 9.30pm on Friday, October 23 to reports of a crash.

At the scene, police found a 32-year-old motorcycle rider suffering multiple injuries after his motorbike and a car collided.

He was treated at the scene before being taken to John Hunter Hospital.

Police have been told he has since undergone surgery.

Officers have launched an investigation and established a crime scene after the driver of the car left before emergency services arrived.

Police believe the motorcyclist was riding north, and a silver Hyundai Getz was being driven south when the crash happened.

Inquiries are under way to identify the driver.

Police are appealing for anyone with information or relevant dashcam footage to contact Newcastle City Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.