10-year-old airlifted to hospital after being hit by car on Georgia highway

STATESBORO, Ga. — A 10-year-old girl was hospitalized after Georgia State Patrol said she was hit by a pickup truck, according to WSAV.

GSP said it happened at around 11:30 a.m. near Veterans Memorial Parkway in Statesboro.

She was struck while walking on the shoulder of Statesboro Highway before darting into the westbound lane, according to GSP.

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Her mom was walking with her at the time of the crash, according to GSP.

The girl was airlifted to an area hospital for treatment.

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