Lede: A 10-year-old child died and a 9-year-old was injured in an e-scooter crash on Thursday afternoon near Owens and Walnut.
Authorities confirmed the collision involved an e-scooter and was reported around 3:30 p.m. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, providing medical aid to both victims. The injured child was transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Local officials are urging drivers to exercise caution, particularly in areas frequented by pedestrians and e-scooter riders. Traffic near the incident was impacted for several hours as investigators assessed the site.
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Authorities continue to investigate the e-scooter incident, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.