An eight-year-old girl is out of intensive care after she was hurt in an accident with a car at the weekend.

It happened at 8.55pm on Friday when the girl ran into Green Street, Eastbourne.

She was hit by a Volvo and taken to Eastbourne District General Hospital, where she was treated for face and leg injuries.

A hospital spokesman said today she had left intensive care and described her condition as "comfortable."

Sussex Police, who operate data protection guidelines, have not named the girl.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to call 0845 6070999.