Tragedy struck in Brooklyn yesterday as an 11-year-old girl was killed in a devastating hit-and-run accident involving a school bus. The incident occurred at approximately 3 p.m. at the intersection of 23rd Avenue and Bath Avenue, leaving authorities with little time to react.
Eyewitnesses have confirmed that the driver of the school bus failed to stop after striking the young victim, leaving her lying on the ground. In a shocking turn of events, the bus's driver did not remain at the scene, instead choosing to abandon their vehicle without even providing aid or identifying themselves to authorities.
The 11-year-old girl was rushed to Maimonides Hospital in critical condition, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead. Despite efforts by emergency responders, officials were unable to disclose her identity until further notice.
As the investigation into the incident continues, police are working tirelessly to track down the bus driver who fled the scene. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad has taken charge of the case, leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of justice for the family of the young victim.
Eyewitnesses have confirmed that the driver of the school bus failed to stop after striking the young victim, leaving her lying on the ground. In a shocking turn of events, the bus's driver did not remain at the scene, instead choosing to abandon their vehicle without even providing aid or identifying themselves to authorities.
The 11-year-old girl was rushed to Maimonides Hospital in critical condition, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead. Despite efforts by emergency responders, officials were unable to disclose her identity until further notice.
As the investigation into the incident continues, police are working tirelessly to track down the bus driver who fled the scene. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad has taken charge of the case, leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of justice for the family of the young victim.