OHIO — A Cincinnati elementary school student was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning after being struck by a vehicle while walking to class.
According to a statement from Cincinnati Public Schools, the student was on the way to Carson Elementary School when they were hit by a vehicle that fled the scene.
The student was transported to a nearby hospital, though their current condition has not been released.
School officials urged drivers to slow down and remain alert in school zones, reminding the public that children are often walking to and from school during busy morning hours.
The Cincinnati Police Department is investigating the hit-and-run but has not released any additional details about the driver or the vehicle involved.
