Teenager in critical but stable condition after collision with Jersey Post van

The teenager has been transferred to Southampton Hospital for ongoing treatment after being left with significant injuries following the collision. Credit: ITV Channel

A teenage boy is in a critical but stable condition after a white Jersey Post van collided with him.

The pedestrian was wearing sports clothing on La Rue Du Hucquet in the Jersey parish of St Martin when the incident happened.

It left the boy with significant injuries and he was transferred off-island to Southampton Hospital for ongoing treatment.

He is no longer in the Intensive Care Unit, but has been transferred to a more specialised ward for his injuries.

The teenager was transferred to Southampton Hospital for treatment. Credit: ITV Channel

Police initially closed the road but it has since reopened.

They are continuing to investigate the RTC and say they are supporting both the family of the teenager and the driver of the vehicle involved.

The collision occurred at 4:30pm on Thursday 25 May at the junction of La Rue Du Hucquet and Rue De La Vignette.

Anyone with information, dashcam footage or CCTV that shows the van or pedestrian in the surrounding area is being asked to contact Jersey Police on 01534 612612 or Crimestoppers anonymously.

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