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Teenager taken to Bristol Children's Hospital following collision

The road was closed whilst investigations were carried out (courtesy: Google Maps)

His bike collided with a Ford Transit in Plymouth

A teenage boy has been taken to Bristol Children's Hospital following a collision in Plymouth.

Emergency services were called to Kings Road in Devonport at around 5.50 on Wednesday 7 May, following reports of a bicycle and a white Ford Transit van.

The boy was riding the bike at the time and sustained serious injuries. He was initially taken to Derriford Hospital before being transferred to Bristol.

A thorough examination of the scene was carried out and the road was re-opened later in the evening.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage is asked to call 101 quoting 50250114197.

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