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Teen struck by car on way to Deltona High airlifted to hospital
A 14-year-old boy was airlifted to a hospital Monday morning after being hit by a car on his way to school, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the teen is expected to recover.
ORLANDO, Fla. - A teenager riding an e-bike to school was airlifted to an Orlando-area hospital Monday morning after being struck by a car in Deltona, authorities said.
What we know:
Deputies responded to Howland Boulevard near Roble Lane around 8:57 a.m., according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. Investigators said the car was turning out when it hit the teen. Three bystanders who witnessed the crash helped lift the car off the teen before first responders arrived, officials say.
Capt. Todd Smith said the teen was conscious and stable when flown to the hospital and is expected to be OK.
The crash remains under investigation.
The Source: The information in this article comes from updates shared by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.