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Child in ‘extremely critical’ condition after being hit by truck while riding scooter
By Mike Bell, Dorothy Sedovic at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - An 11-year-old child is in the hospital after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter.According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of 179th Street and Island Circle in Bennington,...
Key takeaway (WOWT/Gray News) - An 11-year-old child is in the hospital after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter.
Why this matters in The Midland
This incident in Bennington, Nebraska, raises concerns about scooter safety in our own community. As Midland residents, we should be aware of the potential risks associated with scooter use, especially near intersections and roads with high traffic volume. The fact that nearby residents were able to provide life-saving measures until emergency crews arrived highlights the importance of community preparedness and quick response in emergency situations. In Midland, where streets can be busy with oil field traffic, it's crucial for parents and children to be mindful of traffic rules and safety precautions when using scooters or other wheeled devices. The investigation into this crash will likely examine factors such as visibility, speed, and right-of-way, all of which are relevant considerations for our own local roads and intersections. By learning from incidents like this, we can work to prevent similar accidents in our own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - An 11-year-old child is in the hospital after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter.According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of 179th Street and Island Circle in Bennington,...
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