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3-Year-Old Fatally Struck by Vehicle in East Sandwich as Police, DA Investigate

Authorities are withholding details pending a sensitive, ongoing review.

Overview

  • A 911 call around 3:30 p.m. Sunday reported a pedestrian struck on Service Road between Quaker Meeting House Road and Chase Road.
  • First responders found an injured 3-year-old who was taken to a nearby hospital and later pronounced dead.
  • The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, according to officials.
  • Sandwich Police and the Cape & Islands District Attorney’s Office are leading the investigation.
  • The child’s name has not been released and officials say it is unclear whether any charges will be filed.