Child Injured in Startling Pedestrian Crash on Orchard Avenue and Michigan Avenue [Fresno, CA]

Injuries Reported in Fresno Pedestrian Accident on Orchard Avenue and Michigan Avenue

FRESNO, CA (May 23, 2024) – Wednesday morning, a child was injured in a startling pedestrian crash on Orchard Avenue and Michigan Avenue.

 The incident occurred just after 7:30 a.m. on Orchard Avenue and Michigan Avenue, in front of Birney Elementary.

Authorities reported that a nine-year-old boy while being dropped off at school, was hit by a car as he ran across the street. The child, who was not using a crosswalk, suffered a broken leg and was taken to the hospital for treatment.

The driver involved is cooperating fully with the investigation, and police have confirmed that alcohol or drugs were not factors in the incident. 

This incident serves as a crucial reminder for parents to discuss traffic safety with their children and for drivers to be mindful of their speed in school zones.

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What’s Next after Startling Pedestrian Crash on Orchard Avenue and Michigan Avenue

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The aftershock of an accident is not something to be dealt with alone. The burden is meant to be shared; preferably, with a community that knows how to handle the effects
 
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