A 14-year-old girl who lives in Birkirkara was grievously injured on Tuesday when she was hit by a car in her hometown.

The police said the accident happened in Triq Dun Karm at 5.40pm.

The girl was hit by a Toyota Townace that was being driven by a 57-year-old man, also from Birkirkara.

The victim was taken to Mater Dei Hospital.

The police are investigating.

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