One Juvenile Hospitalized after Pedestrian Crash on Jackson Street
RIVERSIDE, CA (October 13, 2021) – A child sustained injuries in a pedestrian crash on Jackson Street on Sunday morning.
The accident happened just before 3:45 p.m. on October 9, on northbound Jackson Street near Garfield Street.
According to reports, a Mercedes SUV going northbound on Jackson struck a Chevrolet Cruze traveling westbound on Garfield Street after running a red light.
Furthermore, one of the cars involved hit a juvenile pedestrian who was crossing Jackson Street in the crosswalk at the time.
Additionally, the juvenile was thrown into a Toyota Camry that was stopped at the red light for southbound Jackson Street as a result of the collision.
Medics responded and transported the child to a nearby hospital with critical injuries.
Meanwhile, authorities have not said if drunk driving had a role in the collision, however, an active investigation is ongoing.
If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions.
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