A 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being hit by a car near a Cobb County school. The incident took place on Sewell Mill Road close to Danforth Drive on a recent Wednesday afternoon, as confirmed by local law enforcement.
Cobb County Police detailed that the juvenile was attempting to cross the street when he was struck by a westbound 2017 Mazda. The driver, a 61-year-old woman from Marietta, braked immediately after the collision. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, "The juvenile entered the path of the Mazda and was struck." The boy was reportedly not using a crosswalk at the time of the accident.
Following the crash, the 12-year-old was transported with serious injuries to Scottish Rite Children's Hospital in Atlanta. The extent of the injuries has not been released, but the concern for the victim's condition is palpable. The Cobb County Police Department's STEP Unit is handling the ongoing investigation.
Authorities are calling for witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward, this, in an effort to better understand the circumstances leading up to the tragic event. Additionally, they have provided a contact line, urging individuals to reach out to the Cobb County Police Department STEP Unit at (770) 499-3987, as mentioned in a report by Atlanta News First.
The community has been shaken by the incident, which highlights the ongoing concerns for pedestrian safety on busy roads. As investigations continue, the accident serves as a grim reminder of the vulnerability of pedestrians, and especially children, in the face of oncoming traffic.
