Shephard Drive Hit-and-Run Injures 14-Year-Old Middle School Student [Pasco, WA]

Pasco, WA (April 23, 2022) On Friday, a 14-year-old student was injured in a hit-and-run accident on Shephard drive.

According to the Pasco Police (PPD) around 7:17 a.m., a speeding eastbound vehicle drove up onto the sidewalk and struck the minor near Ochoa Middle School.

Rescuers took the student to a hospital who suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

Witness says that the suspect vehicle was dark blue either a PT Cruiser or Chevy HHR.

Police say that they have arrested the suspect driver.

When driving, it is always important to pay attention to your surroundings. This, and abiding by all the driving laws as well as following all the road signs are simple ways to practice defensive driving.

The perverse actions of a reckless driver can increase the likelihood of traffic collisions.

This is a powerful reminder to always pay close attention to drivers around you. Constantly keep a considerable distance from others just in case harm is near.

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