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Boy Hit by Car in Southern Sweden Town

A young boy was hit by a car in Båstad, Sweden on Monday afternoon. The child was transported to hospital with unknown injuries. Police are investigating the incident that occurred in the southern Swedish town.

Boy Hit by Car in Southern Sweden Town

A traffic accident occurred in Båstad on Monday afternoon. A boy under 15 years old was struck by a car. Emergency services transported the child to hospital by ambulance.

The extent of the boy's injuries remains unclear. Police are still gathering information about the incident.

"We don't have much information yet because we haven't arrived at the scene," said police press spokesperson Katarina Rusin in a statement.

Authorities received the emergency call at 3:12 PM local time. Båstad is a coastal town in southern Sweden known for its tennis tournaments and summer tourism.

This incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in Swedish residential areas. Local authorities have previously addressed traffic safety measures near schools and pedestrian zones.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident. They have not released additional details about the vehicle or driver involved.

Published: November 3, 2025

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