HARRISBURG, PA — A 36-year-old woman was arrested Saturday after police say she struck an 11-year-old with her vehicle and fled the scene.
Harrisburg Police responded to the 2400 block of Derry Street on April 18 for a report of a child struck by a motor vehicle.
Officers arrived and located the victim but were told the striking vehicle had left the scene.
Medical aid was immediately provided to the victim, who was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition.
A search for the striking vehicle was conducted, and it was located a short time later in a surrounding municipality.
Officers confirmed the striking vehicle and identified Tahirah Stewart, of Pennsylvania, as the driver.
Stewart was arrested and charged with felony grade accidents involving death or personal injury.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Harrisburg Police at 717-558-6900.
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