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Boy, eight, in hospital after being struck by car

Emergency services were called to Keir Street in Glasgow following reports of a crash.

Boy, eight, in hospital after being struck by car in Glasgow — Glasgow: An eight-year-old boy was taken to hospital for treatment. iStock

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A boy was taken to hospital after he was knocked down by a car in Glasgow.

Emergency services were called to Keir Street at around 3.40pm on Thursday following reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and car.

An eight-year-old boy was taken to hospital for treatment after the incident.

An investigation is ongoing.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 3.40pm on Thursday, August 21, 2025, police received a report of a crash involving a male pedestrian and a car in Keir Street, Glasgow.

“Emergency services attended and the eight-year-old pedestrian was taken to hospital.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”

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