A young child sustained injuries on Sunday following a collision with a vehicle in St. Louis Park.
Emergency services arrived at the intersection of Texas Avenue South and 36th Avenue South around midday following reports of a pedestrian accident.
Emergency responders arrived to discover that a vehicle making a turn had struck a 4-year-old child.
Authorities report that the young individual was taken to the hospital for care, where they remained stable and alert following the incident.
The driver has halted and is working with law enforcement officials. The possibility of charges remains uncertain. An inquiry regarding the incident is currently underway.
What to do if you see a child unsupervised?
- Check if the child is in immediate danger.
- Approach calmly and ask if they need help.
- Look for the caregiver nearby.
- Stay with the child if they seem at risk.
- Call emergency services if the child is in danger or abandoned.
- Avoid assumptions; focus on safety.
- Report suspected neglect to authorities.
