A road outside a Kings Norton school was closed this afternoon (Wednesday 21st October) after a child was struck by a car, suffering a serious head injury.
The driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs.
The collision happened just before 3.30pm in Monyhull Hall Road. An air ambulance was reported to have landed on the playground of Broadmeadows Schools.
The child was taken to hospital with a serious head injury and West Midlands Police are appealing for any witnesses or dash-cam footage.
A spokesperson said: “We were called to Monyhull Hall Road, Birmingham shortly before 3.30pm today after a collision involving a car and a child.
“The child was taken to hospital with a serious head injury and we are appealing for anyone with information to get in touch.
“The driver of the car involved was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and remains in police custody.
Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact West Midlands Police on Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk (8am – midnight) or to call 101 any time, quoting log 3145 of 21 October. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Cover image West Midlands Ambulance Service
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