Crime & Safety

Children Struck by Car Near San Juan High School

The two children sustained major injuries and have been transported to a nearby hospital, according to Citrus Heights Police Department officials.

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Two children have been transported to a nearby hospital after being struck by a vehicle near San Juan High School Friday morning.

The accident occurred just after 8 a.m. According to Citrus Heights Police Department spokesman Chad Morris, the children sustained major injuries.

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At this time both directions of Greenback Lane between San Juan Avenue and Birdcage Street are closed due to the collision.

There is no estimated time for the roadway to be re-opened.

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