A child was struck by a vehicle Friday in the parking lot of the Taco Bell on Turney Road in Garfield Heights, and the driver sped off before anyone could stop them, according to initial reports. Witnesses said emergency crews rushed in and provided medical aid at the scene while the hunt for the fleeing vehicle began.
What We Know
According to The Cleveland,Ohio Remembrance Page, the collision happened in the Taco Bell parking lot on Turney Road, and the driver was last seen heading north on Turney Road. The post notes that emergency crews provided medical assistance to the child, and that the victim's condition has not yet been officially released. Investigators have asked anyone with information or surveillance footage from the area to contact authorities.
Where It Happened
The Garfield Heights Taco Bell involved in the incident is listed at 5185 Turney Road, according to Taco Bell. Tipsters can reach Garfield Heights police dispatch at (216) 475-1234 or email the detective bureau at [email protected], per the Garfield Heights Police Department.
Investigation Ongoing
Officials have released few details beyond the initial post, and the investigation remains active. Per The Cleveland,Ohio Remembrance Page, detectives are canvassing the neighborhood and reviewing nearby surveillance video as they work to track down the suspect vehicle. This story will be updated if authorities release more information.
