8-year-old Killed in Tragic Runaway Car Accident in Brookfield

Brookfield police confirmed Wednesday that eight-year-old Margaret “Maggie” O’Connor was killed in a single-vehicle accident at her home at 8 Windwood Drive around 4:15 p.m.

According to police, the girl got into a parked car on the property that began to roll backward downhill, finally crashing into a tree. No one else was in the vehicle at the time and no other injuries are being reported.

The incident is being investigated by the Brookfield Accident Investigation Team and police and emergency responders were on scene until around 8:30 p.m., according to police.

Brookfield school officials have announced that grief counselors will be available at  from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, and Friday, July 15, for students, parents or community members who may benefit.