16-year-old struck by car in northwest Miami-Dade

Driver remains at the scene, police say

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A 16-year-old was struck by a car Tuesday morning in northwest Miami-Dade, authorities said.

The crash was reported about 6:30 a.m. in the area of Northwest 159th Street and North Miami Avenue.

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Miami-Dade police said the teenager was crossing the street when a car struck the teen.

Sky 10 was above the scene as the car was pressed up against a fence in a residential area.

Police said the driver remained at the scene.

The teen was taken to a hospital. His or her condition has not been released.

It's unclear whether the driver will be cited.

 

 


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