A seven-year-old boy has died after being struck by a car on the A38 near Lichfield, Staffordshire, in the early hours of Saturday, March 7. The collision occurred at approximately 5am at the junction with the A5206.
The boy sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers, Staffordshire Police said.
The A38 remains closed in both directions between the A5148 and A5 junctions while investigations are carried out, although it is expected to reopen shortly. Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
The tragic news has prompted an outpouring of grief on social media, with one user, Lily Violet, posting: 'RIP little one. Condolences to his family.'
