A 14-year-old boy has been killed in a 'hit and run' incident near a Swindon secondary school.

The teenager was knocked down by a car on Akers Way - close to Nova Hreod Academy - at around 8.20am on Friday morning.

He was rushed to hospital in Bristol by air ambulance with what police described as critical injuries.

Wiltshire Police have now confirmed the boy's death, with floral tributes growing in number at the scene throughout Saturday.

A woman was arrested on Friday on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

She has since been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries. 

A police spokesman said: "A 14-year-old boy has been sadly pronounced dead, despite the best efforts of medical staff, following a road traffic collision in Swindon, yesterday morning.

"Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the teenager at this incredibly difficult time, and we would ask that their privacy is respected.

"We are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the tragic incident which took place at about 8.20am on Akers Way when the boy was hit by a car which failed to stop at the scene."

Any witnesses or those who may have dash cam footage are asked to call the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597 or email SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk