Child seriously hurt, teen arrested after Pembroke crash
Child seriously hurt, teen arrested after Pembroke crash

Emergency services were called to Bush Hill in Pembroke on Monday afternoon following a crash that left a 13-year-old cyclist in a serious condition in hospital and led to the arrest of a 16-year-old.

The incident took place at around 2pm on Monday and involved the 13-year-old, who was riding an electrically assisted pedal cycle, and the 16-year-old, who was reportedly riding a motorcycle at the time.

Injuries and Arrest

The 13-year-old suffered injuries initially thought to be life-threatening. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said the child is in a serious but stable condition as of Wednesday.

The 16-year-old was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and has been released on bail while enquiries are ongoing.

Appeal for Information

Dyfed-Powys Police is appealing for anyone with information that could help officers with their investigation to come forward.

Witnesses can contact the force by calling 101, online, by emailing 101@dyfed-powys.police.uk, or by direct message on social media, quoting reference 26*920471. Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously by calling 0800 555111.