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Cyclist killed after hit-run in Melbourne's south-east

A female cyclist is dead after being hit by a stolen car in Melbourne's south-east.

The driver fled the scene on foot after their white Mercedes sedan clipped another vehicle and hit the cyclist on Chapel Street, in South Yarra, about 10am on Sunday.

The woman was treated by emergency services but died at the scene, police say.

Two parked cars were also struck during the incident.

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Traffic is currently blocked on Chapel Street between Ellis Street and Malvern Road and diversions are in place.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

The woman's death brings the road toll to 125, compared to 152 for the same time last year.

With AAP