A MAN has been released under investigation after a 12-year-old girl was hit by a car near Arrowe Park Hospital.

Emergency services were called at around 2.30pm on Saturday, July 14 to the junction of Arrowe Park Road and Woodchurch Road following reports a Ford Focus had collided with a 12-year-old girl.

The girl was taken to hospital for treatment for a head injury and her condition is described as critical.

A 35-year-old man from Tranmere was arrested on suspicion of drug driving at the scene but has since been released pending investigation.

Officers are now appealing for anyone with dashcam footage or any witnesses to come forward.

Anyone with information are urged to call Merseyside Police 101, quoting reference number 18200147119 or contact their social media desk @MerPolCC on Twitter or Facebook.