OPP investigate after child struck by vehicle in Prince Edward County

A child is in hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after they were struck by a vehicle near Sandbanks Provincial Park Friday evening.

Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to the scene around 9:30 p.m. to find the six-year-old’s leg had been squashed under the vehicle. The vehicle failed to remain at the scene.

A car was reported being seen in the area, but as police continue their investigation, they are asking for cooperation from anyone who may have seen the incident.

Anyone with information, or who may have relevant video, should call Prince Edward OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and refer to incident E241265227.