Schoolboy, 12, taken to hospital after being struck in hit and run

A 12-year-old boy was taken to hospital after being struck by a car in a hit and run in Edinburgh.

The incident happened at around 4pm between Walter Scott Avenue and Redgauntlet Terrace on Gilmerton Road on Tuesday, February 27.

The boy was struck by a small silver or grey coloured car that stopped initially but then made off.

He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh by the Scottish Ambulance Service for treatment.

Police constable Claire Mitchell said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to trace the car involved in this incident and we are asking anyone with information to come forward.

“The area was busy at the time with both traffic and pedestrians so anyone with information is asked to call us.”

“In particular, if you have dash-cam or private CCTV footage that could assist officers with their enquiries then please get in touch.

Anyone who can assist is urged to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2252 of Tuesday, February 27, 2024.

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