By Associated Press - Saturday, October 26, 2019

SALISBURY, N.C. (AP) - Police in North Carolina say a 7-year-old child has died after being struck by a vehicle.

North Carolina Highway Patrol Sgt. J.G. Leonard told the Salisbury Post that it appears the child darted out onto a public road from a private driveway Friday night.

The driver of the vehicle was not injured and no charges were immediately filed. Police said the crash is under investigation.



Copyright © 2026 The Washington Times, LLC.

Please read our comment policy before commenting.