17-year-old arrested in dirt bike crash that killed 3-year-old, injured mother in Riverside County

Friday, September 8, 2023
MEAD VALLEY, RIVERSIDE COUNTY (KABC) -- A 3-year-old girl was killed and her mother was injured when a teenager riding a dirt bike crashed into them in Riverside County, police say.

The incident happened the evening of Aug. 31 in the Mead Valley area, according to the California Highway Patrol. A 17-year-old was riding down Steele Peak Drive near Palm Street when he collided into the young child who was riding her bike as her mother walked beside her.
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Authorities say the teen fled the scene without rendering aid to the victims.

The 3-year-old was taken to the hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. Her mother sustained moderate injuries.

The 17-year-old from Perris was arrested on Friday, the CHP said. He was booked into the Riverside Juvenile Hall on charges of vehicular manslaughter and hit-and-run causing fatal injuries.
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