In Magna, a minivan struck a 13-year-old girl near Matheson Junior High, shaking the tight-knit community. This blog post titled Struck in Silence: A Heartbreaking Hit-and-Run, explains what happened to this poor girl.
Morning Hit-and-Run
Around 6:30 a.m., a hit-and-run occurred in a school crosswalk, before the crossing guard’s duty.
Principal Megan Madsen urged drivers to avoid distractions, emphasizing safety in school zones.
Active Police Investigation
The Unified Police Department investigates actively; the victim faces severe road rash and injuries but is expected to recover.
Witnesses describe the suspect’s vehicle as an older model Dodge Caravan; no details about the driver or license plate are available.
School Support and Safety Emphasis
The school offers counseling for affected students, emphasizing community support after this tragic incident.
Madsen’s plea echoes the importance of prioritizing safety when children walk to and from school.
Wider Trend in Utah
This hit-and-run marks the first of three child pedestrian-related crashes in Utah on Tuesday.
In Delta, a 12-year-old boy was seriously injured, and in Layton, a 2-year-old child and their mother were run over.
Utah Highway Patrol notes an alarming trend with approximately 950 pedestrian-involved crashes on state roads this year.
Magna Grapples with Tragedy
Situated about 14 miles west of Salt Lake City, Magna grapples with the aftermath of this tragic incident.
The incident serves as a somber reminder of the critical importance of road safety, especially in school zones.
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