Child Injured in Meridian Crosswalk Incident Involving Truck
A 9-year-old girl in Meridian is recovering after a truck ran over her leg while she was crossing in a crosswalk at Pine Avenue and 3rd Street.
Boise, ID, October 5, 2026 — A young girl in Meridian is currently recovering after sustaining injuries when a truck reportedly ran over her leg. The incident occurred while the 9-year-old was crossing the street within a designated crosswalk.
The collision took place at the intersection of Pine Avenue and 3rd Street. The specifics of the truck involved, including its operator and ownership, have not been publicly disclosed. The exact date and time of the incident are also not available.
Emergency services were reportedly involved, and the child was transported for medical attention. Information regarding the precise nature and severity of her injuries, beyond the fact that her leg was run over, has not been released. Authorities have stated that the girl is in the process of recovering.
Further details concerning the circumstances leading up to the incident, any potential contributing factors, or actions taken by law enforcement following the event have not been provided at this time. The identity of the child has also been withheld, consistent with privacy protocols for minors involved in such incidents.
Officials are expected to release more information as the investigation progresses. The Meridian Police Department has not yet commented on whether any citations or charges have been issued in relation to the incident. The condition of the child is reported as recovering.
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