Is it any wonder parents are reluctant to let their children play outside when you hear stories of children being knocked down on their bikes?
Parents are often accused of wrapping their children up in cotton wool, but when you read stories like the one on the front page of
Hawke's Bay Today yesterday, you can understand why this happens.
The story was about a 7-year-old boy being knocked off his bike in Montgomery St in Hastings. Thankfully, he has been discharged after spending a night in Hawke's Bay Hospital.
The worst thing about this incident is that it was a hit-and-run. Witnesses say the vehicle involved was black with a silver stripe. It left the scene in a northerly direction heading towards Gascoigne St about 3pm.
It is at times like this that we as a community need to work together to ensure this person is brought to justice. If anyone knows who he or she is - and I am sure there is someone who does - please contact the police. Better still, I hope the driver does the right thing and comes forward. It is the right thing to do.
