Boy, 14, dies after being struck by car on bridge near river

A 14-year-old boy has died after being struck by a car in East Ayrshire.

Emergency crews were called to the A76 at the bridge over Cessnock Water, near Hurlford, at about 5.10pm on Wednesday.

Police Scotland said the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene and his family has been notified.

The male driver of the Vauxhall Corsa and his two passengers were checked over by paramedics, but were not required to attend hospital.

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The road was closed for several hours to allow for investigation works.

Police Scotland is appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

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Sergeant Brian Simpson said: Our thoughts remain with the family and we are providing them with support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances of this incident.

"If anyone has any information, please contact us."