A schoolboy died after being hit by a minibus in Northfleet this morning (February 2).

The collision took place close on Vale Road, close to the junction with Colyer Road and Park Avenue, at around 8.25am.

Police and ambulance crews attended and a boy, of secondary school age, was rushed to hospital, where he later died.

The child’s next of kin have been made aware.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, or who saw either the child or vehicle in the moments leading up to it, is urged to contact Kent Police on 01622 798538 quoting reference 02-0167.

Drivers are also asked to check dashcams for any footage which may assist the investigation.

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