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<\/p>\nA child has died following a traffic collision in North Long Beach on Saturday afternoon, according to the Long Beach Police Department.<\/p>\n
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Police said the collision occurred around 4:39 p.m. on May 16 near Paramount Boulevard and 56th Street. Officers responded to reports of a vehicle striking a child in the roadway.<\/p>\n
When officers arrived, personnel from the Long Beach Fire Department were providing emergency medical aid to the child. The child was transported to a local hospital, where they later died from their injuries.The child was possibly around eight-years-old. <\/p>\n
The preliminary investigation found that a 2020 Honda Civic was traveling southbound on Paramount Boulevard when the child reportedly ran into the street and was struck by the vehicle.<\/p>\n
The driver, identified only as a 27-year-old man from Paramount, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.<\/p>\n
Investigators said speed, distracted driving, and driving under the influence are not believed to have been factors in the collision.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur hearts are with this young child\u2019s family, and everyone affected by this terrible traffic collision,\u201d said Police Chief Wally Hebeish. \u201cThis is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly unexpected tragedies can occur and is a solemn reminder of the importance of doing all we can to ensure everyone\u2019s safety on our roadways.\u201d<\/p>\n