Child hit by car in Whakatane

A 7-year-old boy has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in Whakatane.

The incident happened on James St about 3pm.

The child has been taken to Whakatane Hospital in a serious condition.

A police northern communications spokesman said there were diversions in place around Ferry and Henderson Rds, as well as on Riverside Dr and Horrocks Ave.

Police were calling for anyone with information about a four-wheel drive vehicle around the area about 3pm today to contact Whakatane police.

From the Rotorua Daily Post

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