A 10-year-old boy was seriously injured in Dublin yesterday morning after a vehicle struck him while he was riding his bicycle. The Dublin Police responded to the incident at the intersection of Davona Drive and Chatam Street at approximately 8:05 a.m. The juvenile, whose name has been withheld, was transported to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland for treatment of significant injuries sustained in the collision.
According to the Dublin Police Department's official X account, the young boy was traveling westbound on Davona Drive, close to Chatam Street when an eastbound vehicle hit him. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene following the accident and is said to cooperate with authorities. Investigators have ruled out drugs or alcohol as contributing factors in this harrowing event.
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While the investigation is still underway, details about the cause of the accident remain sparse. No charges have been reported yet, and police are urging witnesses who might have seen the crash to come forward with any potentially useful information. The Dublin Police can be reached at 925-833-6670 for those looking to provide details about the incident.
Captain Miguel Campos of the Dublin Police has been designated as the point of contact for further inquiries into the case. Concerned individuals or those seeking updates can contact him at 925-833-6626.
