SUV strikes pedestrian in Champaign

Police are currently investigating an accident that occurred in Champaign between a pedestrian and and a vehicle.

The police department announced that the accident occurred at 3:03 p.m. on Monday at the intersection of Springfield Avenue and Prairie Street.

A 7th-grade-boy was entering an intersection around a stopped middle school bus when he was struck by a Jeep Cherokee. Emergency crews arrived to the scene in order to take him to the hospital to be treated for his injuries.

Pedestrian accidents can cause serious injury to those involved. If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, contact the Champaign pedestrian accident lawyers of Spiros Law, P.C., by calling (217) 328-2828 to discuss your legal options.