Utah County teen hit by car sent to Salt Lake hospital via LifeFlight

Oct 3, 2023, 9:35 AM | Updated: Oct 11, 2023, 3:12 pm

(Scott G Winterton, Deseret News)

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Eagle Mountain, Utah — A 16-year-old female was transported by LifeFlight after being hit by a car, according to Utah County Sgt. Spencer Cannon.

The girl was reportedly riding an e-bike when a car turned in front of her. Police say she was wearing a helmet at the time of accident.

The accident happened near Cedar Valley High School just before 7:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. Authorities do not believe the accident occurred in a school zone.

The victim was flown to Primary Children’s Hospital in fair condition.

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