*WARNING* VIDEO CONTAINS DISTRESSING SCENES
Dorset Police have shared a shocking video, showing a crash between a car and an 11-year-old girl.
Fortunately, she only sustained minor injuries and was back to her normal self soon after.
The driver, who police said was understandably shaken, was not found to be at fault.
The video has been shared as part of a road safety message by Dorset Police to always make sure children stop, look and listen before crossing the road.
A Dorset Police spokesman said: "We're releasing this shocking footage of a recent road traffic collision involving a child to remind you why road safety education is vital.
"Each year around 30 child pedestrians are involved in collisions on our roads. Please always remember to stop, look and listen."
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