Garland, Texas - A young boy was left in critical condition Saturday afternoon, October 18th, after being hit by an SUV in Garland. Garland police and fire crews were called out around 1:30 p.m. to the southbound lanes of Broadway Boulevard near Tacoma Drive for a serious collision involving a child pedestrian.
When first responders got to the scene, they found a 5-year-old boy who had lost consciousness. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
An early investigation indicates the child darted into the street and was struck by an SUV heading south on Broadway Boulevard. The driver stayed at the scene and has been cooperating with police throughout the investigation.
Authorities say charges against the driver are not expected at this point, though the case remains under active investigation by Garland police.
