A 10-year-old boy who was struck by a car yesterday has died from his injuries.
Passers-by rushed to give first aid to the youngster after he was hit by a black Ford Puma at around 4.30pm on Abingdon Road, Walton on Thursday.
Emergency services attended and the boy was taken to hospital, where he tragically died this morning, April 21, Merseyside police have confirmed.
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Detectives have now appealed for witnesses to come forward. The driver of the Ford Puma, who stopped at the scene, is currently helping with their enquires.
Around a dozen police cars stopped at the scene yesterday, April 20, as officers cordoned off the road. The car, which could be seen in the middle of the road, had visible damage to its bonnet, headlight and bumper.
Detective Sergeant Amy Murray said: “Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of the boy who has sadly lost his life following a road collision yesterday.
“The family are being supported by our specially trained liaison officers, and we have launched an investigation into his death.
“I urge anyone who witnessed or has information on this incident to please contact us. Alternatively, if you were driving in the vicinity I ask that you please check your dashcam footage for anything that have captured something which will assist in the investigation the incident.
“Every piece information or footage could be vital in establishing what happened."
Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact SCIU on (0151) 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk.
Alternatively DM @MerPolCC or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting reference 23000333448.
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