Child struck by car on James Jackson Parkway
Police investigate after a child was struck by a vehicle near the interaction of Jackson Parkway NW and Browntown Road NW in Atlanta on May 1, 2026. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
ATLANTA - A child was rushed to a hospital in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in northwest Atlanta on Friday night.
What we know:
The collision occurred just after 9:30 p.m. near James Jackson Parkway NW and Browntown Road NW.
According to the Atlanta Police Department, the driver remained at the scene.
What we don't know:
Police have not yet released the age or identity of the child.
It remains unclear if the driver will face charges or what factors led to the collision.
Investigators have not said whether speed or impairment are being considered as factors in the crash.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Atlanta Police Department, who provided details on the timing and location of the crash as well as the status of the investigation.