A child was injured in a car accident in southeast Oklahoma City on Saturday afternoon. The Oklahoma City Police Department reported that two children were crossing the street near Southeast 59th Street and South Shields Boulevard when one was hit by a turning vehicle. The child, who suffered broken teeth and a scratched leg, was taken to the hospital for treatment, according to News 9
Details from the scene show that the children were trying to cross while the car was turning. A similar incident occurred in southwest Oklahoma City, where a child walked in front of a turning vehicle and suffered minor injuries. Authorities are urging both drivers and pedestrians to stay alert to help prevent such accidents. The driver involved in the southeast incident stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police, as reported by News 4.
KOCO reported that a young girl was struck by a large pickup while crossing the street with her teenage brother. The driver made a turn onto the street but didn't see the children before hitting the girl. Fortunately, her injuries were not life-threatening, and she received quick medical attention. Local officials are emphasizing the importance of checking before turning to prevent accidents like this. No charges have been filed, and both incidents appear to be accidents. The quick response from EMSA and cooperation from those involved have been appreciated by the community.
