16-Year-Old Girl Struck by Truck While Waiting for School Bus in St. Petersburg
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A tragic incident unfolded in St. Petersburg, Florida, when a 16-year-old girl was struck by a truck while waiting for her school bus on Thursday morning. Emergency services responded to the scene at approximately 6:23 a. m. at the intersection of 112th Avenue North and 4th Street North.
The girl was hit by a white Ford F150 and sustained an injury to her foot; however, she remained conscious and breathing when first responders arrived. After receiving initial treatment, she was transported to All Children's Hospital for further evaluation and care. The St. Petersburg police are now conducting an investigation into the incident to understand the circumstances better. This event highlights ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety, particularly for young students during school hours.
The community is likely to react strongly, advocating for increased safety measures at bus stops. Parents and local officials may push for improved traffic regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.