Three-year-old hit by off road bike

We’re appealing for witnesses and information following an incident on the Transpennine Trail last month, that left a three-year-old boy and his family extremely shaken.

It is reported that on Tuesday 15 August just after 2pm, a three-year-old boy was walking with his parents near to Cundy Cross when two men riding on an off-road bike collided with the boy before fleeing the scene.

The boy suffered minor injuries, a cut lip, and wounds to his back, but was extremely distressed, as well as his parents.

We’re appealing for anyone who witnessed what happened or saw the bike, or riders prior to, or following the incident to get in touch and assist us with our enquiries.

If you can help please report online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 487 of 15 August 2023.

You can provide information anonymously via independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or www.Crimestoppers-uk.org