Auckland police want to speak to a woman with short pink hair after her vehicle struck a teenager in the city.

Senior Constable Andrew Tangney said although the woman, who was driving a blue Toyota Rav 4 SUV, stopped after the crash, she left the scene without leaving any details.

The 14-year-old was hit while crossing Heaphy St, Blockhouse Bay, about 4pm on Wednesday, October 25.

He received moderate injuries and was taken to hospital.

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"At the time the driver of the vehicle that struck him, got out and spoke to the victim but left the scene without leaving any details.

"Police would like to speak with this person," Tangney said.

The female driver is described as being middle aged, of European descent and of solid build with short pink hair.

The Rav had a spare tyre on the back with a black cover and a silver fern logo with the word New Zealand written underneath.

"Police are conducting area inquiries which includes reviewing CCTV footage but would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident or knows who the driver is.

"If you have any information that could help our investigation, please contact Senior Constable Andrew Tangney from Balmoral Police on (09) 213 8432 or (09) 302 6400 or. Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."