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Child struck during hit-and-run in York

Thu 17 Jul, 2025 by Sarah Dunphy

Photograph: North Yorkshire Police

Filed Under: Crime, News

A car failed to stop after colliding with a 12-year-old child in York.

The incident took place at around 4pm on Tuesday (15 July), on Gale Lane in Acomb, near to the junction of Lowfields Drive.

The silver Vauxhall drove on the pavement and in doing so, hit the child. Thankfully, the child only sustained slight injuries and is recovering at home.

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A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said:

“We’re appealing for any witnesses to the collision, anyone who may have seen the vehicle prior to the collision, or anyone with relevant dashcam footage, to contact us.

“We would appeal directly to the driver themselves to make contact with us.”

How to help the police

  • Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Dave Ellison
  • Email Dave Ellison
  • Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
  • Quote reference number 12250130573

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