Tragedy struck in Stillwater when a 1-year-old child was fatally hit by a vehicle in a front yard. KOCO reports that the accident occurred just after 4:20 p.m. yesterday. Upon arrival, Stillwater Police and Fire Department crews discovered the young child had been struck outside a home near South Pine Street and West 11th Avenue.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts, the child succumbed to their injuries and was pronounced dead at Stillwater Medical Center. As provided by the incident details shared by KFOR, no charges have been filed in the aftermath of the incident. The investigation into the specifics of how the collision occurred remains ongoing, with officers delving into the matter further.
The identity of the child and the driver involved have not been released to the public. The Stillwater Police Department expressed its condolences to those affected by this heartrending event. "Our hearts go out to the families impacted by this unimaginable loss, as well as the first responders who were involved in this tragic incident," officials said in a news release, a sentiment echoed in a statement obtained by News On 6.
