Fort Pierce, FL (September 23, 2021) - A 10-year-old girl was killed after being involved in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday morning. The accident happened around 6:35 a.m. on Oleander Avenue at the intersection with Skylark Drive.
The Fort Pierce Police Department responded to the crash scene. According to a report, the girl was crossing the road to get on a school bus. The bus had its stop arm out and its lights flashing. As she crossed the street, the girl was hit by a white, four-door vehicle that was traveling northbound. The driver of the white vehicle fled the scene after striking the girl. The girl was taken to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center where she succumbed to her injuries.
Police are still investigating at this time and remained at the crash scene until after 10:30 a.m. There is no further information available.
A hit-and-run crash in Fort Pierce can result in devastating injuries and, unfortunately, death for innocent accident victims. Statistics indicate that more than 20% of all car accidents in Florida are hit-and-run crashes. Although drivers are legally required to remain at the scene of an accident, they may choose to flee in order to avoid responsibility for their actions. Many hit-and-run accidents are caused by negligent drivers who will and should be held legally responsible for their reckless driving behaviors.
Our condolences are with the victim's family following this fatal car accident in Fort Pierce.
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