Child Struck By Car In Cleveland, Driver Flees

CLEVELAND — A 5-year-old boy was hit by a car on Monday morning. The driver sped away from the scene, police said.

The child was rushed to Rainbow Babies and Children. His condition is currently unknown.

The accident happened at the intersection of E. 55th and Chester Avenue, Cleveland Police said. The driver was in a white Nissan and fled the scene. The car has damage to the driver's side mirror.

Anyone with information on the incident should contact police.

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