Boy, 11, Hit Walking To School In Franklin Twp.; Remains Critical

FRANKLIN, NJ — An 11-year-old boy in Franklin Township was critically injured after he was hit by a car while walking to school Monday morning, Oct. 21, according to Somerset County Prosecutor Michael Robertson.

The child was hit at 8:52 a.m. at the intersection of Franklin Boulevard and Holly Street, police in Franklin Twp. said. Police say the boy, who lives locally, was crossing Franklin Blvd. westbound, in or near the crosswalk, at the intersection of Holly Street when he was struck by a car.

He suffered severe injuries and was rushed to a local hospital. The child is listed in critical condition.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with law enforcement, said police.

If you witnessed this accident, please contact the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Collision Analysis Reconstruction Team (C.A.R.T) at (908) 231-7100, or the Franklin Township Police Department at (732) 873-5533 or via the STOPit app. The STOPit app allows citizens to provide anonymous reports including videos and photos.

All anonymous STOPit reports and Crime Stopper tips will be kept confidential.