A six-year-old boy riding his bicycle on West Maxzim Avenue in Fullerton incurred traumatic head injuries after being hit by a van, according to a news report.
Fullerton police said that the boy, who was not wearing a bike helmet, was riding in the street when a man driving a van east on West Maxzim hit him. The boy was thrown from his bike and suffered head trauma and a broken leg.
The boy’s parents transported him to Anaheim Memorial Hospital and he was then taken to UCI Medical Center for treatment. Authorities said the crash is still under investigation and no arrests have been made yet. Witnesses are being asked to come forward with any information by calling 714-738-6812.
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