A 12 YO boy was in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle on Father’s Day in Slidell.
Shortly before 1 pm on Sunday the Slidell Police Department received multiple 911 calls regarding a child being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Fremaux Avenue and 10th Street.
The preliminary investigation indicated the young boy ran into the roadway, while chasing his dog. A Ram 2500 pickup truck, which was traveling east on Fremaux Avenue, struck the boy. As a result of the collision, the child received severe injuries and was transported to Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, where he was listed in critical condition as of last night.
Traffic investigators are still analyzing evidence and witness statements, but do not suspect impairment or speed to be contributing factors in this accident.
Slidell Police Chief Randy Fandal said they are all praying for the boy, his family, and all those affected by this accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
