Six-year-old child was struck and killed by a vehicle in the driveway of her home in Smith County, Mississippi

Modified Date: 
Thu, 02/29/2024 - 6:26am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, January 7, 2024

6-year-old killed after being hit by vehicle in Smith County

Smith County Sheriff Joel Houston said the incident happened just before 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 7 in the Mize area. Mize first responders and Smith County deputies responded to the scene. Houston said the child died from her injuries upon the arrival of first responders.

‘Precious’ 6-year-old girl hit, killed by car in driveway, Mississippi deputies say

Authorities responded to a 911 call around 2:20 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 7, from the Mize area, according to the Smith County Sheriff’s Office.