By Crash News Writer 
Palm Beach County, FL (December 20, 2024) – A truck-pedestrian collision involving a father and his 5-year-old daughter occurred Friday at the intersection of 60th Street and Seminole Pratt Whitney Road.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office reported that a Chevrolet truck was making a right-hand turn when it struck the pair.
The young girl sustained serious injuries and was airlifted by Trauma Hawk helicopter to St. Mary’s Medical Center for treatment. Her father suffered minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for care.
The incident remains under investigation, and no further details have been provided at this time.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
- The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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