12-year-old on bicycle hit by car in Leaf River

LEAF RIVER, Ill. (WTVO) — A 12-year-old is recovering after being hit by an SUV over the weekend.

On Saturday, around 6:47 p.m., Ogle County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the intersection of Third Street and Blaine Street in Leaf River.

Authorities said the driver of a northbound Chevrolet Traverse hit the juvenile as they were crossing Third Street.

The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital.

No charges have been announced, but police say the incident is under investigation.

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