Police in York Region are trying to identify the driver of a vehicle who struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in Vaughan and then fled the scene.

The incident unfolded near Pine Valley Drive and Highway 7 shortly before 7 a.m.Tuesday.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found the 16-year-old girl suffering from serious injuries as a result of the collision. She was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The vehicle is described as a white, four-door sedan with its driver’s side mirror possibly missing. It was last seen leaving the area travelling north on Pine Valley Drive.

Investigators would like to speak with witnesses who may have been driving in the area at the time. They also urge the driver of the vehicle involved to contact a lawyer and turn themselves in.

Anyone with information is being asked to call the York Regional Police #4 District at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7400 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).