On Thursday afternoon in Manchester, New Hampshire, two children were struck by a vehicle, causing them to sustain injuries that are considered to be life-threatening. The driver of the vehicle is currently facing criminal charges.
Belmont Street was the location where the youngsters, whose ages were not disclosed, were struck, according to the Manchester police. While officers originally responded to reports of shooting near the intersection of Lake Avenue and Belmont Street at approximately four o’clock in the afternoon, further calls claimed that a pedestrian had been involved in an accident.
The police were informed of a collision that had occurred at the junction of Belmont Street and Hanover Street a few minutes later. According to officials from the Manchester Fire Department, the collision involved two automobiles.
According to the authorities, the exact same silver Volvo vehicle was involved in both accidents.
As soon as the officers arrived, they discovered a male who was leaving the area by walking away. In accordance with the police, he was brought into custody on a felony accusation of driving while under the influence of alcohol.
However, the identify of the driver has not been made public.
According to the Manchester Fire Department, the children were taken to Elliot Hospital with significant injuries linked with trauma. The children were transferred during the incident. The injuries they sustained are considered to be life-threatening, according to the police.
Minor injuries were also sustained by the driver, according to the police.
A bicycle was seen lying on the ground next to a car in the aerial footage that was taken at the scene.
Immediately following the collision, the police issued a call to the general public, urging them to find alternative means of transportation, as the roads were closed and delays were implemented.
According to the official statement made by the police, Belmont Street was shut down at Hanover Street and also from Lake Avenue to Spruce Street.
The collision is currently being looked into. A call should be made to 603-668-8711 from anyone who may have information.
