A 12-year-old boy was taken to hospital in a "serious condition" after being hit by a van.

Police were called at 8.39am yesterday with reports of a collision in Sheepcote Road, in Harrow.

The boy had been hit by a van and was taken to a central London hospital for treatment.

His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

The road was closed while emergency services dealt with the incident.

No arrests have been made and police enquiries continue.