Hit-and-run injures 7-year-old boy trick-or-treating in Berkeley
BERKELEY — A young boy suffered a broken leg Tuesday after being hit by a vehicle while trick-or-treating in what police called a hit-and-run crash.
The 7-year-old was in the 1200 block of Derby Street with several other children when the collision happened about 6:25 p.m., according to a statement from Berkeley police. None of the other children was injured.
An ambulance took the boy to a hospital. Police said he also was treated for bruises and cuts.
According to police, a dark sedan hit the boy. The driver did not stay at the scene.
Police said they were trying to find that person and encouraged anyone with information to contact them at 510-981-5980.