‘Precious’ 6-year-old girl hit, killed by car in driveway, Mississippi deputies say
A 6-year-old girl died after she was hit by a car in the driveway of her Mississippi home, deputies said.
Authorities responded to a 911 call around 2:20 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 7, from the Mize area, according to the Smith County Sheriff’s Office.
The child, who wasn’t identified, died from her injuries by the time first responders arrived, deputies said.
“We urge everyone to hold the family and friends of this precious little girl in their prayers during this profoundly difficult time,” Smith County Sheriff Joel Houston said in a statement on Facebook.
Houston also heralded first responders for “their swift and compassionate response to the scene.”
Authorities haven’t released additional details out of respect for the family, but said the accident is under investigation.
Mize is about 50 miles southeast of downtown Jackson.
This story was originally published January 9, 2024 at 1:16 PM.