Police have said that a 15-year old boy from Nadur was seriously injured in an accident on Thursday evening.

The accident happened at around 7pm when the boy lost control the bicycle he was riding through fields on the outskirts of Ghajnsielem.

He was taken to the Gozo Central Hospital by relatives, but because of the seriousness of his injuries he was later transferred to Mater Dei Hospital by helicopter.

Police said that they were informed of the accident at 1pm on Friday by Mater Dei Hospital.

Duty Magistrate Dr Bridgitte Sultana was informed of the accident and has appointed an inquiry.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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