3-year-old hit by scooter in hit-and-run accident in the Bronx

WILLIAMSBRIDGE, Bronx (WABC) — A three-year-old girl is in the hospital after she was hit in a hit-and-run accident Friday afternoon.

It happened just after 1pm in the Williamsbridge section

According to police, the young girl was walking along the sidewalk on Holland Avenue near Burke Avenue when she was struck by a person on a scooter.

The victim was taken to nearby Jacobi Hospital for treatment.

Police released surveillance photos of the man they believe is responsible for the reckless accident.

The suspected driver was wearing an orange hoodie, dark pants and was driving a blue scooter.

Surviellance video also showed the same man walking around after taking off the orange hoodie.

Anyone with information should contact the police.

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