A man has died after a hit and run east of Melbourne overnight.

Emergency services were called to Manchester Road in Mooroolbark just before 2am after the man was found on the road.

Police stand on a road next to a police car at night.

Police in Mooroolbark overnight. (ABC News)

The 28-year-old Lilydale man was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.

Police believe a white SUV struck the Lilydale man before fleeing south along Manchester Road. 

A police car is parked across a road with cones and traffic safety personnel also on the road.

Police have set up a crime scene in Mooroolbark. (ABC News: Olivia Sanders)

“Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit the Crime Stoppers website,” a police spokersperson said.