Chaos erupted on Longbridge Road, Dagenham at 4:45pm today after a car struck an 8-year-old boy. Emergency crews rushed to the scene to treat the youngster for head and stomach injuries before speeding him to the hospital.
Boy Stable in Hospital, Driver Unharmed
Doctors have since confirmed the boy’s injuries are serious but not life-threatening or life-changing. The 27-year-old driver walked away unscathed. Police have yet to make any arrests.
Police Launch Appeal for Witnesses
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said:
“At around 16:42hrs on Monday, 15 December, police responded to reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and vehicle on Longbridge Road, Dagenham. Officers and London Ambulance Service attended. The boy was treated for head and stomach injuries and taken to hospital where his condition is stable. No arrests have been made; enquiries are ongoing.”
Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting CAD5199/15DEC.
