15-Year-Old Hit By Car in West Hartford Has Serious Injuries

A 15-year-old boy who was riding a bicycle at Hall and Federal streets in West Hartford was hit by a car and has been taken to Hartford Hospital to be treated for a serious head injury, according to police.

The accident happened at 7:51 a.m. on Election Day, when schools are closed.

 The driver remained at the scene is cooperating. No charges have been filed and police continue to investigate.

It's not clear if the teen was wearing a helmet. 

Police are urging drivers to be cautious, especially since schools are not in session today.

Editor's note: Police originally said the boy was 13 years old. 

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