Child, 12, hit by vehicle while crossing road in Patcham

A 12-year-old was hit by a vehicle as he crossed the road in Patcham, Brighton, police said.
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The incident involving a car, believed to be a white Mercedes, occurred in Ladies Mile Road about 3pm on Thursday 27 May, according to police.

"After a brief exchange of words, the driver reportedly made off from the scene," a spokesman said.

"The victim, a local boy, sustained minor injuries."

Anyone who saw what happened, or who captured the incident on CCTV, dash cam or mobile, is urged to email [email protected] quoting serial 256 of 28/05.