A tragic incident has a community in Oakland, California completely shaken. According to reports, two brothers, a 7-year-old and a 4-year-old, allegedly took their parents’ car and crashed into a pedestrian after losing control of the vehicle. The crash has reportedly left the person with critical injuries.
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Morning Walk Turns Tragic After Two Young Children Reportedly Crash Into Woman
According to Oakland police, two brothers, a 7-year-old and 4-year-old were driving a white Toyota sedan when they sideswiped an oncoming vehicle. The car then struck a woman who was walking her dog before crashing into a retaining wall. Authorities say the crash happened around 9:35a.m. on Thursday, August 6, near the intersection of 35th Avenue and Mangels Avenue, just off Interstate 580. The boys’ uncle claims they live close to where the crash happened and says they reportedly took their parents’ keys while they were sleeping.
What We Know About The Children & Injured Woman
CBS News reports that a bystander’s cellphone video captured people performing chest compressions on the injured woman and one of the children before police arrived at the scene. Paramedics later took the woman to a hospital, where she remained in critical condition. Authorities say both children also suffered injuries and received hospital treatment. The woman’s dog was also found unharmed in the area. Police say they still don’t know why the children took their parents’ car. Authorities also haven’t determined whether alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash.
Questions Remain About The Children’s Parents
Authorities reportedly contacted the children’s parents after the crash. Reports say the parents are cooperating with police as the investigation continues. The Oakland Police Department has also asked anyone with information to come forward and contact the traffic unit at 510-777-8570.
