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Rhode Island Trooper Drove Vehicle That Struck 5-Year-Old in Warwick

Police are seeking witnesses to inform a charging decision.

Overview

  • Warwick police say the crash occurred around 3 p.m. Thursday on Boylston Street.
  • The child was taken to Hasbro Children’s Hospital with serious injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
  • The driver initially left the scene and returned a short time later, according to police.
  • Warwick police confirmed the driver is a Rhode Island State Police trooper who was not operating a cruiser.
  • No charges have been announced, and investigators asked anyone with information to call the Warwick Police Traffic Division at 401-468-4200.