Young boy critical after collision

A 13 year-old boy is in danger of dying after he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle in Xewkija, Gozo.

The accident happened in Xewkija when the boy was hit by a car and thrown a distance seriously injuring himself.

After being admitted to Gozo General Hospital the boy was later transferred to Mater Dei Hospital by helicopter.

A police statement said that the boy's condition was critical and in imminent danger of dying.

A Magisterial inquiry is underway.