Gardai have issued a description of the vehicle they are searching for after a teenage cyclist was left seriously injured in a hit and run at the weekend. Any potential witnesses are asked to contact the officers investigating the case (File photo)
A teenage boy has been left with serious injuries after being knocked from his bike by a hit and run driver.
The incident occurred in Dublin last night, Sunday, February, 4th.
Gardai said the driver of the car that hit the boy in the Tallaght area did not stop. And they have launched an appeal seeking witnesses.
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“Gardaí at Tallaght are appealing for witnesses to a serious hit and run road traffic collision at approximately 8.50p.m. on Cheeverstown Road, Tallaght,” Garda media officers said of the incident.
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“A 14-year-old male pedal cyclist was struck by a car which failed to remain at the scene.
“The youth was taken to Crumlin Children's Hospital where he is in a serious condition.
“The car involved is described as a black saloon car, possibly a VW Passat or a Saab.”
Anyone who may have seen the incident can contact Tallaght Garda station – (0) 666 6000. Members of the public can also call the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
The Garda statement added that investigations into the matter are ongoing.
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