10-year-old boy injured in Bristol Township hit-and-run speaks out
10-year-old boy badly injured in Bristol Twp. hit-and-run
A 10-year-old boy is speaking out after he was badly hurt in a hit-and-run incident that occurred in Croydon over the weekend.
PHILADELPHIA - Police in Bucks County are asking residents in Croydon to check their security cameras after a possible hit-and-run involving a juvenile over the weekend.
What we know:
The Bristol Township Police Department said the hit-and-run happened around noon Sunday in Croydon.
Investigators believe a juvenile was riding a bicycle when the suspected hit-and-run crash happened.
Xavier was hit from behind while riding his blue bike at the intersection of Sheldon and Dixon avenues, an area marked with "slow children at play" signs and a 25 mph speed limit.
The driver fled the scene without checking on Xavier or calling for help.
Xavier was found by a friend, unconscious next to his broken bike, which is now part of police evidence.
What they're saying:
Xavier is now out of the hospital but may miss the start of fifth grade due to his injuries. Despite the trauma, he remains hopeful for a new bike and helmet as he recovers.
He shared his feelings about the incident, saying, "It's messed up. There's no need to hit me and just run."
What we don't know:
Authorities did not share a description of the vehicle being sought in the hit-and-run.
What you can do:
Bristol Township Police are urging residents to review any surveillance footage from the area between 11:50 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. on Sunday, hoping to identify the vehicle involved.