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10-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized after Struck by Vehicle at Guise Way
BRENTWOOD, CA (September 17, 2018) – On Monday morning, a child was critically injured in a pedestrian collision on Balfour Road.
According to reports, the collision took place around 7:44 AM at the intersection of Balfour and Guise Way. A 10-year-old girl was crossing the street when she struck by a car traveling eastbound on Balfour. She was walking northbound, across the road inside the designated crosswalk at the time.
The child suffered serious injuries and was flown to the UC Davis Medical Center, where she remains in critical condition. The driver remained at the scene and has cooperated with police officials during their investigation. Drugs and alcohol are not considered to be contributing factors in the incident.
No further details have been disclosed to the public as the investigation continues.
It is important to always be on the lookout in an area with pedestrians, especially in a residential or highly populated area. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent unforeseen accidents and keep yourself and others safe.
If your child was seriously injured in a pedestrian collision caused by an inattentive driver, contact the experienced attorneys at Sweet Law Group. We promise to fight for you, day and night, until we achieve the proper compensation and justice that you and your family deserve. We have over 40 years of experience in the legal field and know what it takes to win your auto accident, personal injury, wrongful death, or disability case. Contact our offices by calling (800) 203-3061 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a legal professional in your area. We can also be contacted 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week by email, online chat, and text message.
