Balranald: Boy, 9, killed after being hit by a car

A nine-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car in New South Wales.

The child was run over on Market Street in Balranald, Riverina region, at around 3.15pm on Wednesday.

He was treated by paramedics at the scene and taken to Balranald District Hospital, where he died.

The child was run over on Market Street in Balranald, Riverina region, at around 3.15pm on Wednesday.

The driver – a 43-year-old man – was taken to the same hospital for mandatory tests.

The police are investigating.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage should contact Balranald Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.