An eight-year-old boy tragically lost his life after being struck by a car in Drammen, Norway, on Sunday.

The incident occurred on a private property in the Åssiden neighborhood around 1 PM.

Emergency responders rushed the critically injured child to Drammen Hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries.

Police believe the accident happened as the car was reversing and have described it as an unfortunate mishap.

The family is being supported by a crisis team, and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances.

No witnesses were present during the accident, and the driver has not been formally charged at this time.