After being hit by a car close to a high school in Hobart’s north, a 12-year-old boy passed away.
Shortly after 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, emergency personnel were summoned to Main Road near Cosgrove High School in Glenorchy.
Police stated the youngster passed away at the site despite the paramedics’ best attempts.
“Our thoughts are with the boy’s family and loved ones at this difficult time,” police stated.
An investigation is underway after crash investigators and forensics were dispatched to the area.
The driver of the car was brought to Royal Hobart Hospital for required examinations.
For several hours, Main Road Glenorchy between Elwick Road and Lampton Avenue was closed due to the incident.
