Police were called to Miller Road during Monday (15 February) to reports of a collision.
PrestonĀ Police have confirmed that the collision involved a van hitting a young boy at the junction with Blackpool Road.
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The five-year-old boy suffered a head injury and was then taken to Manchester Children’s Hospital for treatment.
The incident occurred around 4.15pm.
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