The Arona Local Police have sought public assistance on Sunday to shed light on an incident that transpired on Friday evening, between 7:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A minor, who was riding a skateboard, was struck by a car while attempting to cross Boulevard Chajofe avenue.
Eyewitnesses reported that the vehicle involved in the incident was a light blue or similar model. Following the collision, the 14-year-old child was taken to hospital with serious injuries, as noted by the municipality in a statement.
The information available suggests that after the child was struck, the driver of the vehicle fled the scene at high speed, failing to assist the injured party.
The Arona Local Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident, prioritising the identification of the individual responsible for the collision. The City Council has indicated that they welcome any assistance that may help clarify the events and locate the involved vehicle, which might still bear traces of the collision.
Therefore, they encourage anyone who can provide information regarding this case to reach out to the Arona Local Police at the telephone number 922 725 562 or visit the police headquarters directly, as well as via any other means considered appropriate.
