Crime & Safety
1 Of 2 Girls Hit By Car While Scootering In Delco Has Died
Abigail Gillon, 12, has died after she and Isabella Jones, 11, were struck by a vehicle while they were riding a scooter Saturday in Delco.
ASTON, PA — One of the two young girls who were hit by a vehicle in Delaware County Saturday has died.
A family spokesperson said via GoFundMe that Abigail Gillon, 12, died as a result of Saturday's crash in Aston Township.
"After fighting hard to combat a severe traumatic brain injury, Abigail passed away June 16 at 2:28 pm.," Stephanie Jensen wrote on the fundraising website.
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Isabella Jones, 11, remains in critical condition. A GoFundMe has been established to support her and her family during her recovery.
Aton Township Police said the girls were struck at about 2:18 p.m. Saturday at Lehr Boulevard and Concord Road in the township.
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They were riding an electric scooter when they were hit.
Police said the girls were taken to Neumors Children’s Hospital Delaware after suffering serious, life-threatening injuries.
The striking driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with police, authorities said.
No charges have been filed.
A third fundraiser will split money it generates between the two girls' families.
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