OHIO — A tragic accident claimed the life of a 6-year-old girl Tuesday evening after she was struck by a vehicle in Montgomery County, authorities confirmed.
According to the
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
, deputies and medics responded to the intersection of
Marlay Road and Briar Place
at approximately
7:45 p.m.
following reports that a child had been hit by a car.
Upon arrival, deputies found the young girl suffering from serious injuries. She was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
Witnesses at the scene told investigators that the child had run into the street from behind a stopped vehicle and into the path of an oncoming car.
The
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
is actively investigating the incident.
No further details have been released at this time.
