A GIRL was taken to hospital after she was hit by a vehicle in Pensnett this morning.

The incident, involving an 11-year-old girl, happened on Bryce Road at around 8.25am this morning (Monday September 16). 

The girl suffered a leg injury which is not believed to be life-threatening, police said. 

They are appealing for witnesses to the crash to get in touch. 

A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said:  "We were called to Bryce Road, Pensnett at around 8.25am this morning to a collision involving a vehicle and a girl.

"The girl, aged 11, suffered a leg injury, which is not believed to be life-threatening.

"She was taken to hospital for treatment.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact us via Live Chat or call 101 quoting 681 of 16 Sep."