Police have issued an update after a 12-year-old girl was left with serious injuries when an electric bike struck her in an apparent hit-and-run in Orford. The incident occurred on Long Lane at approximately 2:40 PM on Wednesday, June 17. Emergency services responded to reports of an e-bike colliding with a child.
The girl was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries, initially described as critical. However, on Friday, Cheshire Police confirmed she is now in a stable condition.
Arrest Made
A 16-year-old boy from Great Sankey has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. He is currently in police custody. Despite the arrest, the e-bike involved has not yet been located.
Detective Sergeant Russell Sime, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "While we now have a suspect in custody, we are continuing to appeal to the public to help locate the e-bike that they were riding at the time of the collision. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of the bike, please get in touch."
Appeal for Information
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident or the e-bike to contact Cheshire Police. No further details have been released at this time.
