Teenager hit by car in Andover dies two days later in hospital

A 15 year-old boy has died in hospital, two days after being hit by a car in Andover.

A silver Ford Fiesta collided with the boy - who was walking along New Street on Saturday 21 December.

The boy was taken to hospital but has since died from his injuries.

The driver of the vehicle, a 29-year old woman from Andover, was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drugs.

She has been released from police custody but remains under investigation pending further enquiries.

A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We are still appealing for any witnesses to please come forward and speak to police.

"Were you in the area at the time?

"Perhaps you were driving through the area and may have dash cam footage which captured something?

"Anyone with footage or information is asked to please make contact with us.

"You can call us on 101 quoting the reference 44240554969. Alternatively, you can submit information via our website at https://www.hampshire.police. uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell- us-about-existing-case-report/"

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