Driver struck in head during Wellington road rage fight

Police are calling for witnesses to last night's incident. Photo / File

A driver needed hospital treatment after being struck in the head during a road rage incident in Wellington, police say.

The fight was at 5pm on Friday on Ohiro Rd in Brooklyn.

Two drivers got into what appeared to be a road rage-related altercation, police said.

“During the altercation, one of the drivers allegedly struck the second driver in the head, causing injuries which required hospital treatment.”

Police believe several people saw the incident, who they are yet to speak to, as Ohiro Rd is usually busy at 5pm on Friday.

Anyone with information should dial police on 105 or visit https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105 and quote file number 230324/4181.