A 6-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder was injured after being struck by a vehicle in Long Beach on Friday afternoon, September 6, 2024.
According to Long Beach police, the incident occurred shortly before 12:30 p.m. at the intersection of Anaheim Street and Termino Avenue.
The girl’s family believes she left the school, located on East Fountain Street, in an attempt to reach her father’s house. Her father, Cecilio S., passed away just over three months ago.
The Long Beach Unified School District issued a statement expressing sadness over the incident and emphasizing their commitment to student safety. The district has not provided details on how the girl managed to leave the campus.
The preliminary police investigation revealed that the girl ran into the roadway and was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound on Anaheim Street. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
There is no additional information available at this time.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
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