On a Friday night in Moorhead, a 12-year-old boy was struck by a pickup while riding his bike. The incident occurred at the intersection of Highway 10 and 21st St. The boy was headed south when a dark-colored Chevrolet Avalanche or Honda Ridgeline, driven by a woman, turned onto 21st St. from Highway 10 and hit him. The driver left the scene, leaving the injured boy behind.
The boy was taken to a Fargo hospital where he received treatment for his ankle injury. Meanwhile, Moorhead police are investigating the hit-and-run incident and searching for the driver and vehicle. The pickup may have front-end damage, which could help identify it.
The community has rallied behind the injured boy, offering support to his family and urging anyone with information to come forward. Moorhead residents are urged to call the Red River Regional Dispatch or Moorhead police if they have any information about the hit-and-run accident.
Hit-and-run accidents are a serious problem that can have devastating consequences. In this case, a young boy was injured and left alone on the street while the driver fled the scene. It's important for drivers to take responsibility for their actions and to stay at the scene of an accident, even if they think they haven't caused any harm.
This incident is a reminder of the importance of being aware of your surroundings and taking precautions while on the road. Drivers should always be on the lookout for pedestrians and cyclists, especially in residential areas and near schools. And if you are involved in an accident, stay at the scene and call for help immediately. By working together, we can help prevent accidents and keep our communities safe.
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