Teenager hit by truck on way to school in Glendale: PD
Child hit by truck in Glendale crosswalk: PD
A child was hit by a pickup truck in a crosswalk near 67th Avenue and Deer Valley Road while on their way to school on Friday morning, police said. The child has life-threatening injuries.
GLENDALE, Ariz. - A teen was seriously hurt after being hit by a truck while going to school on Friday in Glendale, police said.
What we know:
The collision happened on Aug. 1 near 67th Avenue and Deer Valley Road.
Glendale Police say a 13-year-old boy was in a crosswalk and on his way to school when he was hit by a pickup truck. The boy is believed to have been riding a bicycle when the collision happened. It appears he was not wearing a helmet.
The boy is in stable but critical condition.
"The driver of the pickup truck remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation. As of now impairment is not believed to be a factor contributing to the crash," police said.
Traffic in the area is restricted due to the investigation.
What we don't know:
The boy was not identified, but the Deer Valley Unified School District says he was a freshman at Mountain Ridge High School.
Police did not say if the driver involved in the crash will face any charges.
Statement from Mountain Ridge High School
Dear Mountain Ridge Community,
I am writing to update you about a situation that took place earlier this morning. A Mountain Ridge student was involved in a car accident on the way to school this morning. The student is currently hospitalized following the accident. We are unable to release the name of the student involved at this time out of respect for the student and the family's privacy, but please join me in sending our thoughts to everyone affected.
Due to the number of emergency vehicles on 67th Avenue, the administration informed students that there is currently no safety issue on campus. Students were informed via an announcement that roads leading to Mountain Ridge have been shut down due to a car accident. Students have been encouraged to visit the counseling office if they need support.
Traffic patterns will likely need to be altered for incoming and outgoing traffic from the school. At this time, there is limited access to the campus due to road closures. More information will be provided later via email and the website. We will also keep students informed as updates become available so they know how to safely exit campus.
I thank you for your support, and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
David Vines
Principal
Mountain Ridge High School
Map of where the collision happened