A child has been taken to hospital with a broken foot after a 'traffic incident' involving a car as he crossed the road with his mother.

Police are now appealing for a driver to come forward as they investigate the circumstances of a incident on Birchington Avenue in Grangetown yesterday (Monday, May 13).

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "Police are appealing for a driver to come forward as they investigate the circumstances of a traffic incident in which a child was injured.

"It happened yesterday (Monday, May 13) at 9.15am outside Heron Foods on Birchington Avenue in Grangetown as the child was crossing the road with his mother.

"The youngster fell to the ground sustaining cuts and bruises to his arms and legs and he attended James Cook University Hospital where it was confirmed a bone in his foot had been broken.

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The Northern Echo:

"The driver of the Audi A3 did stop at the scene however she didn’t leave any details and left before police arrived.

"We would appeal for her and any witnesses who have not yet spoken to police to contact Cleveland Police via the 101 number as soon as possible."

Callers are asked to quote ref 088505.