Vehicle Collides with Child Near School Grounds
A young girl sustained a fractured hip after being struck by a vehicle near École primaire Sainte-Claire in Brossard on Tuesday evening. The Longueuil police service confirmed they were called to the scene shortly after 5 p.m. to respond to the serious incident.
Emergency Response and Investigation
According to an official statement from the Longueuil police, the child was hit and suffered a significant lower body injury. Emergency services promptly transported the girl to a hospital via ambulance for medical treatment.
Authorities have confirmed that the girl's life is not in danger following the collision. The police department's investigation unit has taken over the case to thoroughly examine the circumstances that led to the event occurring near the school zone.
Community Safety Concerns
This incident has raised immediate concerns about pedestrian safety in areas surrounding elementary schools, particularly during the busy after-school hours. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the precise factors that contributed to this alarming event in the Brossard community.
