A two-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car in Coventry, police have said.

The toddler and his mother were struck by a Volkswagen Bora at about 9pm on Sunday. He died of his injuries in hospital, while his mother, 32, sustained multiple fractures and remains in a critical condition, West Midlands police said.

They had been visiting family when the collision took place. The boy’s three siblings were unhurt.

Police said the driver of the vehicle, a 39-year-old man, stopped at the scene and is assisting officers with their inquiries.

DS Paul Hughes said: “Some witnesses have come forward and I am grateful to everyone who has spoken to us. There were a large number of people at the scene and if anyone witnessed the collision and hasn’t yet spoken to us, I would urge them to make contact.

“I would ask people at this stage not to speculate on what happened and to consider the further distress this may cause the family. They need our combined support to help them through this dreadful time.

“Specialist family liaison officers are with the family, who are understandably distraught. They are being kept fully updated.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the collision investigation unit on 101.