Boy, eight, taken to hospital after being struck by vehicle

An eight-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Perth.

Emergency services were called to Crieff Road at around 8.50am on Wednesday following reports of a collision.

The schoolboy was taken to hospital for treatment. The seriousness of his injuries are not known.

The road has since re-opened following the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Crieff Road in Perth has now re-opened following a crash involving a vehicle and an 8-year-old male pedestrian.

“He was taken to hospital for treatment.

“The crash happened around 8.50am.

“Thanks to motorists for the patience.” 

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