Gardaí appeal for witnesses after Toddler seriously injured in Dublin quad bike crash

The infant, a one-year-old girl, has been taken to Our Lady's Hospital, Crumlin, where she is currently being treated. File Picture

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a toddler was seriously injured in a quad bike crash in Dublin this evening.

The two-vehicle collision took place in Croftwood Crescent in Cherry Orchard at about 7.20 this evening.

A woman in her 20s was seated with a one-year-old boy on a stationary quad when a scrambler struck the bike.

The infant has been taken to Our Lady's Hospital, Crumlin, where he is currently being treated and is in a stable condition.

The suspected driver of the scrambler, a 19-year-old man has also been taken to Tallaght Hospital where he is being treated for serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The scrambler involved in the collision had been removed from the scene before Gardaí arrived.

The scene has been preserved for technical examination.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this incident or for anyone with information on the location of the scrambler to contact Ballyfermot Garda Station on 01 6667200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.