Child struck, killed by motor vehicle in Danbury

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Police at the scene of a motor vehicle crash Photo credit Getty Images

Danbury, Conn./WTIC Radio - Danbury police are investigating after a child was struck and killed by a motor vehicle Tuesday.

Officers were dispatched to the scene around 2:00 p.m. to a residence on Shelter Rock Road.

Investigators say the child was struck by a car in the parking lot.

The child was rushed to an area hospital and was later pronounced dead.

Police say the incident appears to be a "tragic" accident.

Names of those involved aren't being released at this time.

The Danbury Police Accident Investigation and Special Victims Units are investigating.

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