A man and two children were hit by a car in Lija, the police said today.

The accident happened in Mosta Road at 4pm.

The three were hit by a BMW driven by a 20-year-old man.

They were taken to hospital for treatment, with the man, aged 47 and resident in Gzira, reported to be suffering serious injuries while one of the boys was slightly hurt.

The condition of the second boy is unknown. Both boys are aged 10.

Magistrate M. Vella is leading an inquiry.

This article will be updated shortly.