At 3:55 pm Tuesday afternoon, emergency personnel responded to a vehicle versus child accident at the corner of W. Cypress Rd. and Mellowood Drive in Oakley that resulted in one victim being airlifted via helicopter to a local hospital.
The child, who has not yet been identified was unconscious as crews worked on him. As he was transported to O’Hara Park Middle School for helicopter transport, his arm was “twitching” and moving, but the extent of his injuries were severe.
Information on how the accident occurred was not released at the scene.
Warning:
The photographs below are graphic and viewer discretion is advised as it shows bodily harm and blood. The victims face has been blurred to protect privacy.
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So sad… He’s in my prayers.
Great coverage Burk! I don’t know how you do it, but a lot of us out here in East County appreciate getting news as it happens.
Thanks for the report but judging from the pictures, I think the child is more like a young adult such as a teenager. I was not there at the scene so I am only stating my own personal view point.
heads up-West Cypress Rd closed for accident investigation.
Is there any word on the condition of the boy who was hit by the car?
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The boy is a friend of mine he is about 15 and still in the hospital some what responsive.
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