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Woman, Child Hit By SUV on Barnum Avenue Listed in Stable Condition

The investigation is ongoing, police said.

A woman and her 1-year-old grandchild are listed in stable condition at Bridgeport Hospital after being hit by an SUV on Barnum Avenue Thursday afternoon, police said Friday.

The accident occurred at the intersection of Barnum and Bruce Avenue about 2:15 p.m. Thursday. Police roped off from motorists the section of Barnum between Bruce and Bowe avenues as investigators remained on scene late Thursday.

Police said Friday that the driver of the SUV “immediately stopped and rendered aid” after striking the woman and small child. No charges have yet to be filed and the accident remains under investigation, police said.

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Police are asking anyone with information on the crash to call them at 203.385.4159 or 203.385.4158.

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