12-year-old boy rushed to Starship Hospital after being hit by car in Laingholm, West Auckland

Fire service northern commnunications manager Scott Osmond said emergency services had been called to Laingholm Drive about 3.36pm. Photo / Google

A 12-year-old child has been hit by a car in Laingholm.

A police spokesman said the child was seriously injured after being hit by a car.

The Serious Crash Unit have been called to the scene and the road has been temporarily closed.

St John communications advisor Jennifer Porter said a 12-year-old boy was being taken to Starship Hospital in a serious condition.

Fire service northern communications manager Scott Osmond said emergency services had been called to Laingholm Drive about 3.36pm.

Firefighters were assisting St John with first aid.