Around 4:40pm on Wednesday, November 2nd police and first responders were dispatched to a reported collision involving a motorcyclist and a child on North Shore Road in Pembroke near the junction with Princess Estate Road.

‎It appears that an 8 year old boy was crossing the road in the vicinity of West Pembroke Primary School when he was struck.

Apparently the male motorcyclist involved stopped and initially spoke with the child before riding off.

The injured boy was treated at the scene by EMTs before being transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for further medical assessment.

An update on his condition will be provided in due course.

The relevant police personnel processed the scene and normal traffic flow has since resumed in the area.

Inquires continue, with a specific appeal for the male motorcyclist involved to come forward.

Similarly, any witnesses that have not already done so should contact the main police‎ telephone number 295-0011.

Update: At last check the 8 year old boy's injuries may not be as serious as initially suspected. However, he will remain in hospital overnight for observations. Another update on his condition will be provided in the morning.