Two Young Children Hit By Car In New Haven: PD

NEW HAVEN, CT — Police are investigating after two young children were hit by a car while crossing the street in New Haven Monday morning.

Daycare workers tried to stop traffic to allow children to cross the street on Howard Avenue near First Street. Two children believed to be between the ages of 3 and 5-years-old were struck by a motorist, said Officer David Hartman, police spokesman. To sign up for New Haven breaking news alerts and more, click here.

"The motorist stopped and has cooperated with the investigation," Hartman said. "The children have been taken to the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Both have remained conscious and alert."

The investigation is ongoing.