Young Boy Struck and Killed in Pedestrian Collision on Lower Buckeye Road

AVONDALE, AZ (June 6, 2022) – Saturday evening, a 2-year-old child was pronounced dead after a pedestrian accident on 107th Avenue.

Police responded to the scene around 7:00 p.m., near Lower Buckeye Road on May 21st.

For reasons under investigation, the driver of a vehicle struck a 2-year-old boy at the intersection. Report also indicate that the child was with his mother at the time.

Paramedics transported the young boy to a nearby hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Due to the extent of his condition, medics later pronounced him dead at the hospital.

Additionally, the involved driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Although, authorities have not yet released their name or place of residency.

No further details regarding the deadly collision have been made available. However, an active investigation is still currently underway.

Those with further information regarding the pedestrian accident on 107th Avenue are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.


The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this time.


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