PLEASANT HILL, MO. — A 7-year-old boy was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Pottawatomie Street near the intersection with Highway 7. Authorities reported the boy was crossing the roadway when he was hit by a westbound vehicle.
Emergency medical services responded quickly to the scene and transported the child to a local hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained on-site and cooperated with law enforcement.
The highway patrol is investigating the crash, and no citations have been issued at this time. Lane closures were briefly in effect while authorities conducted their investigation. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.