Boy hit by bus in Geraldton

A boy is in a stable condition in hospital after he was hit by a bus in Geraldton.

Police said the accident happened about 3.15pm on Wednesday when the boy stepped onto Assen Street, Rangeway, into the path of a public bus.

The bus braked but was unable to avoid the child.

The boy suffered serious injuries and was taken by ambulance to Geraldton Hospital.

Police are investigating the incident.