1-year-old dies after struck by vehicle in Long Beach, authorities say

Police say DUI was not a factor and the driver will not be arrested.
Sunday, August 16, 2020
LONG BEACH, Calif. (KABC) -- A toddler died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle in a Long Beach neighborhood, authorities said.

Officers responded to Artesia Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue after receiving a call about a collision around 8 p.m., according to the Long Beach Fire Department. It's unclear how it happened, but the toddler was in the middle of the street when the accident occurred.
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The 1-year-old was transported to a hospital but later died.

Police say DUI was not a factor and the driver will not be arrested.
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Police say it appears to be a tragic accident.
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