Police launch appeal after two children hurt in hit-and-run collision in Sunderland

A boy and girl, both 13, were struck by a black vehicle - believed to be similar to a Peugeot 207 - on Gorse Road at 8.20am on Friday, May 27.

The girl suffered considerable bruising while the boy suffered a hairline fracture to his foot.

The driver drove off from the scene without stopping.

she is described as a white female with blonde hair in her late 20s.

There was also a black male in the front passenger seat of the vehicle.

Officers are carrying out inquiries in connection with the collision and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 274 270516.