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Child Injured in Fresno Pedestrian Accident at Michigan and Orchard Avenues
Boy struck and injured by a vehicle at Michigan and Orchard Avenues in Fresno
Child Injured in Fresno Pedestrian Accident at Michigan and Orchard Avenues
Fresno, California – A 9-year-old boy was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a street to school in central Fresno on Wednesday morning.
Police say the accident happened around 7:30 p.m. at Michigan and Orchard avenues, in front of Birney Elementary.
The boy had been dropped off at school when he ran across the street and was struck by a car.
Police say the boy suffered a broken leg and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
The involved driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police.
Alcohol and drugs did not play a role in the crash.
Additional information about the accident was not provided.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.