A car struck four people in Rolando Thursday afternoon – a mother and her three children, according to officials.
The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of 62nd Street and Acorn Street when an unlicensed, 18-year-old female driver of a green BMW lost control of her vehicle.
Police say the driver had reached for a drink that fell from her console and lost control of her car, driving onto the opposite side of the street.
Fire officials say the driver jumped the curb and took out a fire hydrant before striking a mother and her three daughters, who were walking on the sidewalk in the area.
Officials say one of the children became trapped underneath the car following the collision.
Five to six Good Samaritans at the scene rushed to the child’s aid and were able to pull the girl out from underneath the car.
The mother and all three children – ages 4, 5, and 6 -- were transported to the hospital. Officials say the driver of the BMW was also taken to the hospital.
A child’s stroller was left behind at the scene, as well as other remnants of the accident.
Police say the mother and her 4 and 5-year-old daughters all sustained abrasions from the accident. The 6-year-old suffered a fractured femur.
The collision is still under investigation. At this time, no charges have been filed.
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