A 10-year-old boy is in critical condition after being struck by a Mercedes SUV while crossing North Liverpool Road in Mount Pritchard, Sydney, as he walked to a bus stop. The incident occurred at 8:40 am, prompting a rapid response from police. Witnesses reported that the boy’s sister attempted to pull him back from the road just moments before the collision but was unsuccessful.
The child sustained severe head injuries and multiple fractures, leading to his transport to Westmead Children’s Hospital for urgent medical care. NSW Police Inspector Joe Ibrahim described the crash scene as “challenging” for attending officers, highlighting the horrific nature of such events, particularly involving children.
The 35-year-old driver of the SUV was taken to a hospital for mandatory testing, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the vehicle’s speed at the time of the impact. Police are continuing to gather information related to the incident.