3-year-old struck by vehicle during Wadsworth parade

Published
June 24, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Wadsworth, Ohio
Broad Street near Auble Street
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Incident type
Pedestrian struck

Summary

Pedestrian Hit Wadsworth Ohio in Wadsworth, Ohio: A 3-year-old boy was struck by a modified ride-on car during the Blue Tip Parade in Wadsworth, Ohio, on Tuesday evening at approximately 6:40 p.m. The vehicle left the roadway after the operator lost control while performing a stunt and collided with the child, who was watching the parade from the tree lawn. The child was transported to Akron Children's Hospital with several broken bones and a head injury and remained hospitalized by Wednesday evening. Police stated alcohol and drugs are not believed to have been a factor.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
family member Unknown Injured
Operator of the modified ride-on car At-fault party

Original reporting

3-year-old struck by vehicle during Wadsworth parade

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