A driver has fled the scene after crashing an SUV into a car in Sydney's south, leaving a young woman trapped inside. The collision occurred on Warialda St in Kogarah about 1 am on Sunday.
The black Hyundai SUV struck a silver Mazda wagon, causing extensive damage to both vehicles. The Mazda's right side was left with a large dent, and the left-side door was visibly twisted out of shape. The SUV's front bumper, grille, and hood were heavily crumpled.
A 20-year-old female passenger in the Mazda was trapped for a short time before being freed by firefighters. The 23-year-old male driver of the SUV fled the scene but was located a short distance away by police.
He was taken to hospital for treatment and mandatory testing. Police are urging anyone with information, or dashcam or CCTV footage, to contact Crime Stoppers.
