LEAF RIVER — A 12-year-old bicyclist was injured after an SUV hit them Saturday while they crossed a street in Leaf River.
Ogle County deputies responded to a report of a car-versus-bicycle crash at 6:47 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the intersection of Third and Blaine streets in Leaf River, according to a report from the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office.
The 12-year-old was crossing Third Street on their bicycle when a westbound Chevrolet Traverse struck them, the report states.
The child was taken to an area hospital for injuries that were not life-threatening, according to the report.
Leaf River Fire Protection District and EMS assisted deputies at the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
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