MD Personal Injury Lawyers Keep You Updated on Current Accident News

Boy Riding His Bike Hit by Car in Baltimore County

July 20, 2011 - Baltimore County, Md. - According to a report at Patch.com, a 7-year-old boy is fighting for his life after he was hit by a car in Baltimore County on Monday, shortly before 10:30 a.m.

Police say the child was riding his bike along North Point Road, in Edgemere, when he was hit by a car traveling in the southbound lane. The boy was riding northbound against traffic at the time of the accident, but police haven't said if he was in a bike lane.

A representative from the Baltimore County Police Department described the boy's injuries as "very serious." He was airlifted to the trauma center at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, where his condition is currently unknown. The child hasn't been identified, and police haven't said if he was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

The identity of the driver also hasn't been released. Investigators say the driver assisted the child after the accident, and it doesn't appear that charges will be filed. The investigation is ongoing and Baltimore County police will be interviewing potential witnesses.

As a service to the residents of the Baltimore area, our firm will frequently publish blogs about local traffic accidents. We do this to raise awareness about the common types of Maryland motor vehicle accidents that may result in serious injury or traffic fatalities.

Common Baltimore accidents include, but are not limited to: 

• single-car accidents;
• accidents caused by hazardous road conditions; and
• accidents caused by distracted drivers or aggressive driving.

back to top