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Children injured in separate vehicle collisions
Two separate incidents involving children being struck by vehicles have been reported in different regions.
In Douglasville, Georgia, a 10-year-old girl was airlifted to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta with serious injuries after being struck by a Nissan Murano on W. Stewarts Mill Road. The collision occurred when the child ran into the roadway while chasing a dog. The Georgia State Patrol is currently investigating the incident, and no charges have been announced against the driver.
In Dalmeny, New South Wales, an 11-year-old girl sustained significant head and leg injuries after being hit by a vehicle at a bus stop. Emergency services responded to the intersection of Dalmeny Drive and Barkala Street on Tuesday morning. A rescue helicopter transported the child to Canberra for medical treatment.
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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta · Dalmeny · Douglasville · Georgia State Patrol · NSW Ambulance