Boy struck while crossing road

A 13-year-old boy was struck by a car while crossing the road at the intersection of George and Railway Sts, Woy Woy, apparently against the lights.

According to Brisbane Water Police crime coordinator Ms Vivienne Crawford, the incident occurred just before 8am on June 25.

Ms Crawford said the boy and some friends were attempting to cross the road, heading towards Woy Woy rail station, when he was struck.

Traffic had right of way at the time of the incident, she said.

Ms Crawford confirmed that no further action was being taken at this time by either of the parties involved.

The boy suffered a broken wrist and shoulder and was recovering in Gosford Hospital.

SOURCE:

Media statement, 26 Jun 2018

Vivienne Crawford, Brisbane Water LAC

Reporter: Dilon Luke