Child Injured in Glendale Crash
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of fatal child injuries in the U.S. In 2008 alone 968 victims of fatal crashes are 14 years old or younger and 168,000 more are victims of injury crashes1, numbers which show how big of a threat car accidents are to child safety.
In recent news an 11-year-old boy was struck by a truck Wednesday in Glendale (AZ Central 06/29/2011). According to Glendale Fire Department, the accident happened at 54th Avenue and Glenn Drive in downtown Glendale just before noon.
The boy was transported to a Children’s hospital suffering from non-life threatening injuries.
Authorities say no charges will be filed in the Glendale child injury accident.
As alarming as the figures sound, fatal injuries from motor vehicle crashes can still be prevented. CDC adds that in one year, 618,000 children ages 0-12 rode in vehicles without the use of a child safety seat or a seat belt at least some of the time. .
Furthermore, children 0-12 years old should be riding from the backseat where it is the safest during a crash. This also eliminates the risk of injuries that can be caused by triggered front seat airbags.
Most importantly, driving with precaution is the best way to help prevent child deaths from motor vehicle crashes. Observe proper speed limits and avoid alcohol when driving.
If your child has been the victim of a car accident in the Arizona area and would like to seek a free legal consultation, you may reach our Glendale auto accident injury attorneys at (480) 389-2463.
