Four-Year-Old Boy’s Condition Critical Following Hit-and-Run Incident

A hit-and-run incident has left a four-year-old boy in a life-threatening condition. An 18-year-old man, taken into custody, faces charges on suspicion of causing serious injury through dangerous driving and operating a vehicle while impaired by drink or drugs. According to Avon and Somerset Police officers, a BMW veered off the road on Long Cross, located in Lawrence Weston, Bristol, striking the child on Sunday around 13:51 GMT. Neighbourhood Inspector Serena Serjeant described the event as “shocking.” Specially trained officers are providing support to the boy’s family. Authorities stated they are still working to identify a woman who was observed in the vehicle, as both individuals reportedly fled the location, which was near the junction with Kings Weston Road. She is characterized as a white female with blond hair, dressed in a black puffer coat, blue jeans, and light-coloured shoes. Inspector Serjeant commented: “This was a shocking collision and our thoughts remain with the young boy and his family at this time. This incident has caused concern in the Lawrence Weston community and I’d like to assure everyone that a full and thorough investigation is already well underway.” The police force is appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or possesses CCTV footage to contact them by dialling 101. Readers can follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Story ideas may be sent via email or WhatsApp to 0800 313 4630. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content of external sites. Further details on our external linking policy are available.