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Teen hit by truck on route to school: Glendale police

Teen hit by truck on route to school: Glendale police

A teenager was seriously injured in an accident involving a truck while on their way to school in Glendale on Friday. According to Glendale Police, the incident occurred near 67th Avenue and Deer Valley Road. A 13-year-old student, believed to have been riding a bicycle and not wearing a helmet, was struck by a pickup truck while in a crosswalk. The student is currently in stable but critical condition. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, with no impairment suspected. Traffic in the area is impacted due to the ongoing investigation. The student involved is a freshman at Mountain Ridge High School, as confirmed by the Deer Valley Unified School District. While the identity of the student has not been disclosed, the school community is offering thoughts and support to everyone affected. The school administration has reassured students of safety on campus and advised on altered traffic patterns due to the road closures. Further updates will be communicated via email and the school website. For any queries or concerns, individuals are encouraged to reach out to the principal's office.

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