Teen in serious condition after being hit by truck in North Fort Myers

Writer: Matthew Seaver
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Florida Highway Patrol vehicle. Credit: Florida Highway Patrol

A teenager is in serious condition after being hit by a truck on Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers.

Florida Highway Patrol says a 16-year-old girl was crossing Bayshore Road near Williams road just before 8:50 p.m. on Sunday. Troopers say a pickup truck traveling southwest on Bayshore Road hit the teen as she was crossing. Troopers say the teen was using a crosswalk.

FHP says the driver of the truck remained on the scene. They say two people were in the truck, but neither was hurt.

Troopers say the 16-year-old that was hit is in serious condition.

FHP has not said if the driver of the truck will face any charges.

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