Boy, 12, is hit by car

A SCHOOLBOY was injured when he was clipped by a car which failed to stop near Doncaster town centre.

By The Newsroom

Published 25th Sep 2007, 10:18 BST

Updated 25th Sep 2007, 15:05 BST

Police are seeking witnesses to the collision that occurred on Bennetthorpe about 8.05am on Tuesday September 18.

The 12-year-old boy was crossing Bennetthorpe near the Post Office when he was caught on the ankle by a small white car which caused him to fall to the ground.

He sustained grazing to his face and hands but the car did not stop and no other details of the car are known.

Anyone who saw the incident or can assist with tracing the car should contact PC Sarah Dennis on 01302 385486.