A TEENAGE boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a collision in Tidworth.

Emergency services were called to Ludgershall Road at 8.36am this morning (Friday, June 16), following reports a car had hit a pedestrian.

The pedestrian – a 13-year-old local boy – sustained serious injuries and was taken to Southampton Hospital.

“His family are aware and are with him at this time,” a Wiltshire Police spokesperson said.

“The driver of the car – a Hyundai I10 – was not injured.

“The road remains closed while collision investigators are at the scene and will remain place for the duration of the school day.”

Drivers are being advised to seek alternative routes.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or may have dash cam footage, should call the serious collision investigation team on 01225 694597 or email SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk.