Teen seriously injured in Kirkby crash

Police are appealing for anyone who saw it to come forward

Author: Abi SimpsonPublished 18th Nov 2022

A teenager's been left with serious injuries after a crash in Kirkby town centre.

The 15 year-old cyclist and a taxi were involved in the collision on St Chads Drive on Wednesday afternoon - the driver didn't stop at the scene.

Police say the teenager was taken to hospital with serious leg injuries and is in a stable condition.

Officers are appealing for information and witnesses as they try to work out exactly what happened.

Inspector Gavin Dixon said "We are keen to trace the driver of the vehicle to assist our enquiries and would also ask anyone who witnessed the incident to please get in touch.

“Likewise, if you have any dashcam footage or CCTV footage from the surrounding area or on St Chads Drive that may help us identify the vehicle involved, please let us know."

"Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact @MerPolCC, 101 quoting reference 22000843047 or Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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