Man critical after being hit on major southeast roadway

A man is fighting for life in hospital after being hit by a car on a major southeast motorway.

Emergency services were called to the northbound lanes of the Gateway Motorway at Eight Mile Plains around 2.30am after reports a person had been struck near Logan Rd.

A male in his 20s was found with critical injuries and was rushed to hospital.

The vehicle that allegedly struck the man was located by Police nearby.

The driver of the vehicle is assisting Police with inquiries.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating with any who witnessed the accident or who has dashcam footage to contact Police.