A seven-year-old girl was injured when she was run over by a car on León XIII street in Alicante yesterday afternoon, according to the Emergency Information and Coordination Center. The child was attended to by SAMU and later discharged after receiving care at Alicante General Hospital, with personnel noting multiple trauma but stabilizing well during treatment.
The incident happened around 4:40 p.m. on Monday on León XIII street in Alicante. Local Police preliminary data indicate that the minor was crossing the road and was struck in the crosswalk. Eyewitness accounts collected by the Local Police described the moment as chaotic, with families nearby and bystanders providing first aid until professional responders arrived.
Emergency services deployed a SAMU unit and an SVB unit to the scene. The child was transported to Alicante General University Hospital by an Advanced Life Support ambulance for further evaluation and care following initial on-site treatment. The medical team focused on stabilizing the patient and ensuring quick, comprehensive assessment of potential injuries.
Two patrols from the Local Police, along with GOIR units, secured the area and assisted in managing traffic while investigations remained ongoing. Witness statements and initial findings were collected to determine the sequence of events leading up to the collision. The Local Police emphasized that investigations are in progress to identify any contributing factors and to ensure accountability where needed. The CICU and security department coordinated the overall response and will release updates as more information becomes available.
Officials remind pedestrians, especially children, to use marked crosswalks and to stay alert when approaching traffic. City safety authorities reiterate the importance of supervising children near roadways and adhering to local traffic laws designed to protect vulnerable pedestrians. Community members are encouraged to cooperate with authorities if more witnesses can provide pertinent information about the accident. At this time, medical staff report the child’s condition as stable after the initial treatment, with continuous monitoring at the hospital and ongoing assessment for any late-appearing injuries. The situation remains under review by the health and traffic safety teams overseeing the case, and further updates will follow as they become available. This incident underscores the ongoing need for vigilance and safety measures to prevent injuries on busy urban streets. Citations: Emergency Information and Coordination Center, Local Police, CICU, and Alicante Health Department. Attribution.