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A 13-year-old girl was seriously injured on Saturday after a car hit her and then fled the scene without stopping, police say. Police are calling for the driver of the car to come forward, as well as any witnesses who may have seen the incident. The girl was walking along Kreft Street, Florey at around 6pm when the silver Toyota Corolla allegedly knocked her to the ground. Paramedics took the 13-year-old to The Canberra Hospital where she remained in a stable condition on Sunday. Police say they found the silver Corolla still in Florey and a few streets away a short time later, but the driver wasn't there. Investigations are continuing as to the identity of the driver. Police have called for the driver of the car to come forward and make contact with police by going to a police station or calling 131 444. Police would also like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed the collision or anyone who may be able to identify the driver of the silver Toyota Corolla to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 6047766. Information can be provided anonymously.

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