11 year old boy seriously hurt in crash involving concrete mixer lorry
The collision happened in Sherborne on Monday lunchtime (24th July)
Author: Faye TryhornPublished 2 hours agoAn 11-year-old boy's been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after a crash involving a concrete mixer lorry in Sherborne.
It happened at around 12.35pm this lunchtime (Monday 24th July) on Bradford Road near to the Oxley Sports Centre.
A second person has also been taken to hospital for injuries that aren't thought to be serious.
A man in his 50s has been arrested on suspicion of a driving offence.
Police Sergeant Dave Cotterill, of the Roads Policing Team, said:
“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision, or the moments leading up to it, to please get in touch if they have not already spoken to police.
“Also, I would like to hear from any motorists who may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam footage."
Officers say they're carrying out a thorough examination of the scene.
They've also thanked drivers for the patience while road closures have been in place.
If you can help with any information, you're asked to call Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230115563, or email [email protected].
You can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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