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Somerville Highway Patrol officers are appealing for public assistance following a hit-run in Capel Sound on Wednesday. Police were called to Point Nepean Road following reports a motorbike rider had been struck by a car about 6pm. It is believed the driver of a grey SUV hit the motorbike rider while they were turning into a driveway. The rider, a 24-year-old Capel Sound man, sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. The driver of the SUV fled the scene without stopping to render assistance and was last spotted heading towards Tootgarook. It is believed the Volkswagen may…