ENTERPRISE, Washington County, Utah, Oct. 17, 2026 — An 8-year-old riding a bicycle to school was struck by a vehicle on Thursday morning, October 15, at an intersection in Enterprise, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office. The child was treated for a toe injury and released.
Deputies and medics were sent shortly after 7:30 a.m. to 200 South and 200 East, where a car had struck a child on a bicycle in the crosswalk, Washington County Sheriff's Sgt. Lucas Alfred told reporters. An ambulance crew evaluated the child at the scene for what was first reported as bruising to a foot. The child's parents later took him to a hospital, where he was treated for a minor chip fracture to a toe.
The driver, a 31-year-old woman, said she had stopped at the intersection and was waved through by another motorist before continuing south. As she drove through the intersection, her car struck the child, who was crossing with another bicyclist in the crosswalk. Detectives said condensation had fogged the driver's side window, blocking her view of the two children.
The driver stopped briefly, and the child reportedly told her he was fine, before she left the scene, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies later identified her and cited her for failing to comply with duties following an accident, failing to yield to a pedestrian with the right of way, and driving with an obstructed windshield.
Officials said the case is a reminder for drivers heading into colder months to clear fog and frost from all windows, not just a small patch of the windshield, before driving, particularly near schools during the morning commute.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is "dooring," and how is it different from this kind of crash?
Dooring happens when someone opens a parked car door into a passing cyclist's path. It's a separate hazard from crosswalk or intersection crashes like this one, but both stem from drivers not spotting a bicyclist in time.
How can cyclists stay more visible to drivers, especially in fall and winter?
Bright or reflective clothing, working lights front and back, and making eye contact with drivers at intersections all help. Riding predictably and using marked crosswalks or bike lanes also gives drivers more time to react.
What should a cyclist, or a parent, do after a crash with a vehicle?
Call 911 even if injuries seem minor, since some, like fractures, aren't obvious right away. Get the driver's information, ask for a police report number, and have a doctor check the child even if they say they feel fine.
Do cyclists have the same rights to the road as drivers?
Yes. In Utah and most states, bicyclists in a crosswalk or bike lane have the same right-of-way protections as pedestrians or vehicles, and drivers are required to yield accordingly.
What to Do After a Bicycle Crash in Enterprise, Utah
If a child or family member is hit while biking, start with a medical check, even for what looks like a small bump or scrape, since fractures and soft-tissue injuries can take hours to show symptoms. Keep notes on what happened while details are fresh, including where the sun or any fog or glare was at the time. Follow up with the investigating agency for a copy of the report once it's available, and talk with your child's school or local crossing guard program about safer routes or timing for the walk or ride to school.
