Teenage boy struck by stolen SUV at crossing in hit and run

Police said that the car was recovered and enquiries are currently ongoing to trace the driver.

Teenage boy, 14, taken to hospital after being struck by stolen car in Dundee in hit and run Google Maps

A teenage boy was taken to hospital after being struck by a stolen car in Dundee.

The incident occurred at a pedestrian crossing on South Road, near its junction with Kirk Street, at around 3.15pm on Sunday.

A 14-year-old boy was struck by a white Vauxhall Antara, which was stolen and did not stop.

He was taken to Ninewells Hospital for treatment and later released.

Police said that the SUV was recovered and enquiries are currently ongoing to trace the driver.

Constable Derek Miller said: “It’s vital we find out who was driving the white Vauxhall Antara at the time of the crash and I’m appealing for anyone with information, or who saw what happened, to come forward.

“I would also ask those with private CCTV or dash cam footage of the South Road area around 3.15pm on Sunday, to please review it and bring anything of significance to our attention.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2255 of June 11.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.

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