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Lynn Love

Boy in critical condition after being hit by car as Glasgow cops appeal to van driver

A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck by a car in Glasgow.

The teenager was hit by a red Toyoya Aygo on Balmore Road at around 5.55pm on Wednesday, May 10.

He was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children, where he remains in a critical condition.

Police have appealed for the driver of a white van to come forward and assist with their investigation.

Sergeant Nicholas Twigg said: “We are appealing for anyone who was in the area around this time and who witnessed the crash to contact us.

Sergeant Nicholas Twigg said: “We are appealing for anyone who was in the area around this time and who witnessed the crash to contact us.

“We are particularly keen to hear from the driver of a van who we believe was in the area around the time of the incident and may be able to assist us.

“I would also ask anyone who was on the road at the time and who may have dash-cam footage to get in touch.”

The road was closed for around four hours between Skirsa Street and Ashgill Road whilst police carried out investigations. It was reopened at around 10.05pm.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 3122 of 10 May, 2023.

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