Boy, nine, hit by two cars in Liverpool is critical

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A nine-year-old boy is in a critical condition after being hit by two cars in Liverpool.

He was struck as he walked along Walton Road, Walton, close to a McDonald's restaurant, just before 19:00 on Sunday night, Merseyside Police said.

The boy, who has not been identified, later underwent surgery.

Police said the drivers of both cars immediately stopped at the scene and were helping officers with their inquiries.