A FIVE-year-old boy was injured after being hit by a car in Malvern.

The car failed to stop at the scene and police this morning released an appeal for witnesses.

The collision happened on Thursday at around 6.15pm on Moat Way.

The boy was crossing the road when the collision happened.

He received minor injuries.

The vehicle involved is believed to be a 4x4 style vehicle and was seen driving towards the shops on Moat Way.

Call police on 101 quoting incident 592S of Thursday 18 June with information.