South Bend, IN (February 1, 2026) – A seven-year-old child was injured in a vehicle-related incident at the intersection of E Jefferson Blvd and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in South Bend, according to local dispatch reports.
The incident occurred around 12:42 p.m. and prompted a response from local law enforcement and medical units. According to radio communications, the child was struck in the leg and required immediate evaluation by medics. Union Medics were dispatched to the scene to provide care.
Details surrounding the cause of the crash and whether the child was a pedestrian or vehicle occupant have not yet been released. Authorities have not confirmed how many vehicles were involved, and no additional injuries were reported at the time of the dispatch.
The area surrounding the intersection experienced temporary traffic disruption as emergency crews responded and began their investigation. Officials are continuing to review the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Our thoughts are with the injured child and their family, and we hope for a full and swift recovery.
