Child hit by car on Henderson street, suffers serious injuries

Motorists are advised to expect traffic delays around Newington Rd, Henderson. Photo / Google Maps

A child has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a car in Henderson, West Auckland.

Police said the child was hit on Newington Rd about 3pm and sustained a broken leg and foot injuries.

A section of the road between Great North Rd and Kereru Rd is currently closed.

Motorists were told to expect traffic delays around Newington Rd.

Traffic management was at the scene and diversions were in place.

The injured child has been taken to hospital in a serious condition, police said.

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