Schoolboy airlifted to hospital after collision in Bromyard

An 11-year-old boy has been airlifted to hospital after being hit by a car in Bromyard.

Emergency services were called to Winslow Road this morning.

Queen Elizabeth High School confirmed one of its students was involved in the collision.

In a statement, the school said: "A year 7 pupil was involved in a road accident at approximately 8.30am on the A44 at the site of a crossing.

"A local trained paramedic was on the scene immediately along with other members of the public and school staff to attend to the young person, who had received injuries in the collision. Police and paramedics then attended.

"After assessment by ambulance staff the decision to transfer the pupil to hospital via air ambulance was taken.

"The school would like to thank all those involved for their kindness, care and attention and we wish the young person and their family a speedy recovery."