SHELDON, N.Y. — Two children were hit by a vehicle while walking on Dutch Hollow Road in the town of Sheldon on Thursday night, according to New York State Police.
The incident occurred around 8 p.m.
State Police Investigators say the fourteen and twelve-year-old girls were walking their Australian Shepard on the grass, near the roadway, when a dark-colored vehicle swerved onto the grass and hit both of them. The twelve-year-old suffered serious non-life threatening injuries and the 14-year-old has minor injuries.
The dog died as a result of the crash.
According to police, the vehicle in question — a black 2017 Chevrolet Trax — has been located. However, it is unclear at this time who was operating the vehicle.
If anyone has information on this investigation, contact the NYSP at 585-344-6200. Refer to SJS 9095959.
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