Two adolescent boys were hit by a vehicle at approximately 9:30 p.m. Thursday night in Bonney Lake.
The vehicle was traveling southbound on 194th Avenue East, approaching 75th Street East, when it struck the two 12-year-olds. One boy was on a bicycle and the other was riding a scooter; neither sustained major injuries. It was reported that the boys did not stop at the stop sign before proceeding into the road.
Bonney Lake police officer Todd Green said alcohol and speed were not factors in the accident. The driver was able to slow the vehicle down enough to minimize impact.
Both boys were transported to Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Tacoma for treatment of minor injuries, including bumps and bruises.
Although the outcome turned out to be minor, it serves as a reminder that school is out, which means more children are playing outside. Watch the roads closely and encourage helmet use at all times, said Green.
