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Delray Beach, FL (August 23, 2026) – A child was struck by a vehicle in a shopping center parking lot near South Congress Avenue in Delray Beach on Friday, August 21. The child was taken to a hospital for treatment following the incident.
The incident remains under review, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.
We are thinking of the child and family during the recovery.
What Can Cause Injuries When a Child Is Struck by a Vehicle?
Children can face a higher risk of injury in parking lots because vehicles may be moving through areas where people are walking between stores. Limited visibility, reversing vehicles, distracted driving, and crowded spaces can increase the chance of an accident.
The severity of injuries can depend on vehicle speed, the direction of impact, and where the person was struck. Medical evaluations may check for visible injuries as well as symptoms that develop later. Parking lot lighting, vehicle positioning, and surrounding traffic can also provide useful context when reviewing how an incident occurred.
