Detroit Child Dies After Getting Hit By Ice Cream Truck: Police

DETROIT — A child was killed Monday after getting hit by an ice cream truck in Detroit, according to police.

The incident happened at 7 p.m. in the area of Rutland and Diversey on the city's west side, according to police.

Detroit Police Capt. Shannon Hampton told reporters that officials found the boy dead at the scene. She did not specify his age, only noting that he was under 10.

The driver of the ice cream truck stayed at the scene and was cooperating with investigators, Hampton said.

Investigators do not know what led up to the incident.

Hampton urged drivers to watch out for children as the weather turns warmer.

"This time of year, with the weather breaking, it's very important that everybody's mindful that the children are out and they're playing," Hampton said. "If you see school buses and ice cream trucks, just slow down a little bit, look around, check your surroundings."

Anyone with information can call Detroit police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.