Boy, 10, left in critical condition after collision in Sunderland as Northumbria Police appeal for witnesses

At about 7.50pm yesterday (Wednesday), we received a report of a collision on Old Mill Road involving a car and a pedestrian. It was reported that a black Mercedes C-Class car was travelling southbound when it collided with a child crossing the road.

Emergency services attended the scene where the child - a 10-year-old boy - sustained serious injuries. He remains in hospital in a critical condition. His family are being supported by specially-trained officers.

The driver of the Mercedes car remained at the scene. A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving. He remains in police custody. The road was closed for a period of time but has since reopened.

Officers from Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit have launched an investigation – and have appealed for witnesses to come forward. They are especially keen to hear from anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident itself, or the moments leading up to the collision.

Officers have also asked people to avoid speculation both online and in the community.

Anyone with information or footage should get in touch by sending Northumbria Police a direct message on social media, or by using live chat and report forms on our website. Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101. Please quote reference number: NP-20251112-1016.