Teenager arrested after boy, 5, hit by electric bike in Chester
Det Insp Ross Hamilton said: "As part of our investigation we are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident, or anyone with any video footage that may aid the investigation.The injured boy was taken to the Countess of Chester hospital.
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