In Prestatyn, Denbighshire, a young child was involved in a collision with an electric bike, resulting in them being hospitalised for their injuries. The incident occurred on a footpath on the evening of September 17, as confirmed by North Wales Police. The injured child required medical treatment following the collision. In efforts to gather more details about the incident, the police have released a CCTV image of an individual they wish to speak to regarding the incident. They have also urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.
According to reports by North Wales Live, a spokesperson for the police stated, “Officers investigating an incident in which a young child was hit by a cyclist on a pedal-assisted electric bike on Tuesday evening are appealing for information.” The plea continues, “We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to contact us via our live webchat online, or on 101.” Sgt Emlyn Hughes from the serious collisions investigation unit also appealed directly to the cyclist involved in the incident to cooperate with the authorities to clarify the circumstances of the collision. Witness testimonies and any information related to the incident are crucial for the investigation, with a reference number provided for those providing assistance.
The police have highlighted the seriousness of the incident which resulted in a child requiring hospital admission due to their injuries. Authorities are anxious to piece together the events leading up to the collision and call for cooperation from all parties involved. The public has been urged to provide any relevant information that could aid in the investigation. The search for answers continues, emphasizing the importance of community support in such cases.