x
Breaking News
More () »

5-year-old struck in Cleveland hit-skip; suspect arrested

The child has been taken to MetroHealth Medical Center.
Credit: Craig Roberson, 3News
This file photo shows a Cleveland Police Department patrol car.

CLEVELAND — A 5-year-old child has been taken to the hospital after being hit by a car Friday afternoon on Cleveland's west side.

According to police, the child was struck on the 3100 block of West 56th Street around 3:50 p.m. The vehicle then fled the area, but the suspect (a 22-year-old man) was later arrested.

The victim was taken to MetroHealth Medical Center. They are currently in stable condition, EMS crews confirm.

Before You Leave, Check This Out