Tauranga Police are continuing to investigate a hit and run in Bellevue which left a 16-year-old girl in hospital.

The teenager was taken to Tauranga Hospital after being found on the side of Otumoetai Road at about 12.30am last Wednesday, September 11

Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances which led to a 16-year-old girl being hit by a vehicle on Otumeotai Road.

She sustained moderate injuries as a result of the incident and was released from hospital the following day.

At the time of the incident, Senior Sergeant Glenn Saunders said police were looking for a white people mover vehicle of some sort.

It is not known why the girl was in the area at the time.

Western Bay of Plenty road policing manager Senior Sergeant Ian Campion told SunLive police are still investigating the matter.

Anyone in the area at the time of the incident, or has information relevant to the investigation is asked to please contact Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300.

Alternatively, information can be left anonymously via the Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 line.