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Central Nebraska Today

HASTINGS — A toddler in Hastings died after they were accidently struck by a pickup truck during the afternoon of Sunday, July 13.

“Around 3:45 p.m. in the Hawthorne Circle area, a 17-month-old child was playing outside with several adults near a full-sized pickup parked in the area which needed to be moved,” according to the Hastings Police Department.

“The driver, one of the child’s parents, moved the vehicle, unaware the child had gotten near the pickup and accidentally struck him,” according to the Hastings Police.

The child was taken by family members to Mary Lanning Healthcare, where he died from his injuries.

There is no indication of drug or alcohol use, and no signs of neglect, according to Hastings Police. No criminal charges are anticipated at this time.