MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A child who was struck by a vehicle and dropped off at a Firehouse has died at Le Bonheur, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD).
Officers said they were told shortly after 5 p.m. on Sunday that the child had been dropped off at Firehouse 37. The child was in critical condition at Le Bonheur before passing, according to MPD.
This is an ongoing investigation, according to MPD.
This news breaks during a day where Memphis police also responded to a hit and run crash on Union Avenue.
Officers were told that a black truck — possibly a Ford F-150 — was traveling Eastbound on Union before it hit the pedestrian without attempting to help them, according to MPD.
This truck would potentially have some damage on the front end, according to MPD.
Police typically encourage anyone with additional information related to incidents like these to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-2274 (CASH) with tips.
Last year, a report listed Memphis as the third highest number of pedestrian deaths per capita.
The City, in response, is launching safety and awareness campaigns as well as replacing all of its streetlights with brighter LED bulbs in efforts to prioritize safety and visibility.
Additionally, a $600,000 grant is said to be dedicated toward studying how to better pinpoint which areas in Memphis need the most immediate help in order to make walking safer.
The city said as these improvements are made, they'll be followed up with events and other activities at random intersections to raise additional safety awareness.
