POLICE have provided an update on the condition of a teenager involved in a hit-and-run this morning

The boy has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after what officers have described as a serious road traffic collision which happened opposite nova Hreod School at 8,20am.

Follow the latest updates on the incident via our live blog.

Initial descriptions of the vehicle which failed to stop at the scene are of a dark-coloured car, believed to be burgundy.

Chief Insp Paul Saunders said: “This was a serious collision and the next of kin of the child involved have been informed and are being supported by officers at this incredibly difficult time.

“We know this incident will have caused upset and concern amongst the local community – especially given events that unfolded on this same stretch of road 31 years ago.

"Officers remain in the area this morning, conducting enquiries and speaking with local residents.”

Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and for the the driver involved to contact them.

Akers Way is currently closed in both directions and is likely to remain so for a number of hours. Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.

Anyone with information should call us on 999 quoting log 67 of today (25/11).