Hit ‘n run involving 9-year-old child
It is alleged that the van initially stopped after hitting the boy, but then drove off
A nine-year-old boy was involved in a hit ‘n run accident this afternoon.
The boy was hit by a white van in Forbes Street. It is alleged that the van initially stopped after hitting the child, but then drove off.
Community members tried their best to help by providing blankets to keep the boy warm and for him to lie on.
The driver of the van has not been located. Sharaj Ambulance Services responded and treated the accident victim at the scene. EMRS transported the boy to Ladysmith Provincial Hospital for further medical attention.
Police and Public Safety were also on scene.
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