A YOUNG girl has been taken to hospital after becoming impaled on the handlebars of her bike.
The incident took place in the Larches Road area of Durham this afternoon.
The girl has been taken to the University Hospital of North Durham by ambulance.
The Great North Air Ambulance was initially called to the scene, but was later stood down.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel