Man fighting for life and woman injured after being mowed down at pedestrian crossing

A 72-year-old man is fighting for life and a 67-year-old woman is seriously injured after being struck with a car in Toorak.

The pair were at a pedestrian crossing on Toorak Road when they were hit by a black Holden ute at about 9pm last night.

Both victims remain in hospital.

The man is in a critical condition and the woman is in a serious condition.

The driver of the ute, a 51-year-old Toorak man, stopped at the scene and is currently assisting detectives with their enquiries.

Witnesses who saw the collision are being urged to come forward.

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Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au