Watch: Police release CCTV footage of Auckland hit-and-run in bid to identify offender

Police are trying to identify a vehicle of interest in a hit and run incident last month. Photo / Supplied

Police have asked the public for help identifying a vehicle involved in an early morning hit-and-run in Auckland last month that left the victim with serious and life-changing injuries.

The incident happened around 3.15am on July 3 on Chapel Rd in Flat Bush.

The victim had pulled over his car to retrieve his cellphone which had fallen under the seat. As he was getting out of the vehicle, he was hit from behind by another car.

Detective Rowan Mckinlay-Sadgrove said the victim has needed multiple surgeries on both his legs.

"The victim's vehicle has sustained significant damage. This will mean the offending vehicle will have as well.

"If you know anyone who has arrived home with damage to their vehicle that could be like this, please contact us."

Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Nelson said that despite extensive inquiries and CCTV analysis, police had been unable to identify the vehicle involved.

"Now police are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the vehicle in CCTV footage being released."

Anyone with information that helps the investigation is asked to contact police by calling 105 referencing file number 220703/2421.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.