AVENTURA, FLA. (WSVN) - - A child and woman were transported to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle.
Police arrived at the scene of the incident at 2750 NE 183rd St., Tuesday morning.
According to police, the woman was pushing a baby stroller when she and the child were struck by a pickup truck. People who live in this neighborhood said they are not surprised, as people running the stop sign is an ongoing problem.
7Skyforce hovered over the scene where the black pickup had police tape across it. The stroller was also seen near a sidewalk.
“She was a young girl and I saw a stroller, and I saw a bunch of people,” said Kathy Webman, who pulled up shortly after the crash.
“Hit the mom and the baby. The mom has something here and the baby fly over the stroller,” said a woman.
“Upon officers arrival, we were able to determine that this crash involved a vehicle versus a pedestrian,” said Aventura Police Officer Teresa Williams.
The victims were transported as trauma alerts and were sent to an area hospital for treatment. The mother is listed in critical condition and the baby is reported in stable condition.
The driver of the truck remained at the location and spoke to police. Officials are still investigating what caused the incident.
No word yet on any charges or citations.
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