Child believed to have minor injuries after being hit by car in Normal

Posted on August 25, 2022
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The driver was cited for disregarding a traffic control device, according to Normal Police. (WJBC file photo)

By 25 News

NORMAL – A 9-year-old is believed to have minor injuries after being struck while crossing a street near Colene Hoose Elementary School Wednesday morning.

Normal Police spokesperson Brad Park says the student was crossing the street with a crossing guard present.

Park confirms speed was not an issue in the crash which is being attributed to the sun in the driver’s eyes which prevented seeing the child or the crossing guard.

The driver was cited for disregarding a traffic control device.

The child was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Park said people can expect to see more police in school zones.

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