Crime & Safety
Dayton, OH Crash Oct. 25: Child on Bicycle Hit by Vehicle Sunday
Harrison Township, OH – A child riding a bicycle was struck by a motor vehicle Sunday, October 25, near North Dixie Drive and Keenan Avenue in Harrison Township, prompting an emergency response and tr
By Wesley Grant · 2026-10-26T01:04:58.754Z
Harrison Township, OH – A child riding a bicycle was struck by a motor vehicle Sunday, October 25, near North Dixie Drive and Keenan Avenue in Harrison Township, prompting an emergency response and transportation to Dayton Children's Hospital.
The child was initially believed to have potentially serious injuries, but a subsequent medical evaluation determined the injuries were minor.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff 's Office, deputies assigned to the Harrison Township Substation responded to the intersection area after receiving a report that a motor vehicle had struck a juvenile bicyclist.
Child Transported to Dayton Children's Hospital Emergency personnel transported the juvenile to Dayton Children's Hospital for medical evaluation following the collision.
Authorities initially believed the child's injuries could be serious, raising concerns about the severity of the incident.
However, after further examination, medical personnel determined that the juvenile had sustained minor injuries.
The Sheriff's Office did not release the child's age, identity or additional information about the injuries.
Driver Remained at Crash Scene Investigators confirmed that the driver involved in the collision remained at the scene following the incident.
Authorities also stated that alcohol was not believed to have contributed to the crash.
The Sheriff's Office has not disclosed the vehicle's make or model, the direction of travel or the circumstances immediately preceding the collision.
Officials have not announced any citations or charges related to the incident.
Traffic Investigation Continues The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Traffic Services Unit is continuing to investigate the collision.
Investigators have not publicly determined which party, if any, was responsible for the crash.
The incident serves as a reminder for motorists and bicyclists to remain attentive near intersections and areas where vehicle and bicycle traffic may cross.
Additional findings may become available as investigators review the circumstances surrounding Sunday's collision.