Investigation underway after child struck by car on way to school in Auburn

AUBURN, Mass. — An investigation is underway after a 9-year-old child was struck by a car while on the way to school in Auburn on Tuesday morning.

Officers responding to a report of a crash involving a pedestrian in the area of Oxford Street and Inwood Drive found an injured child, according to the Auburn Police Department.

The child was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Oxford Street was closed while investigators equipped with a drone conducted a crash reconstruction operation.

“This accident happened as kids were headed to school. Thankfully this time the child will be physically okay,” police said in a statement. “Please let this be a reminder to pay extra attention while driving.”

There were no additional details immediately available.

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