Riviera Beach, FL (January 29, 2020) - A 14-year-old high school student was struck by a car in Riviera Beach on Wednesday, January 29th. The crash happened around 6:30 a.m. in the 3500 block of Congress Avenue.
Police say that the teen was walking to a bus stop when he was struck by a Ford Explorer. Paramedics arrived at the scene and rushed the boy to St. Mary's Medical Center where he was listed in a critical condition with head injuries. The student, who attended Dwyer High School, has not been identified at this time. It is unclear whether any charges will be issued.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Riviera Beach Police Department at 561-845-4125.
We are saddened to hear of the injuries suffered to this student in Riviera Beach. Student safety is a major topic of concern for all parents, as students board and depart the bus every day. Inattentive and reckless drivers are responsible for numerous serious and fatal crashes each year. Police will continue to investigate this crash to determine the responsible party.
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