JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A teenage girl died after she was hit by a car Monday morning in the Sandalwood area of Jacksonville.
The crash happened at about 7 a.m. on Alden Road near Sandalwood High School.
The 15-year-old girl was not crossing at an intersection or crosswalk when she was hit, Jacksonville police said.
The girl was taken to UF Health Jacksonville, where she later died. She was identified by police as Elizabeth Ross.
Jacksonville police believe the teenager was walking to school.
Duval County Public Schools released a statement:
"The entire community of Sandalwood High School and Duval County Public Schools is deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of one of its students. To support the well-being of students and faculty, specially-trained school psychologists and social workers will be onsite today at Sandalwood High School, and will provide continued support as needed."
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The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is speaking with the driver of the car. Speed does not appear to be a factor and the driver did not exhibit any indicators of being impaired.
Police are speaking to witnesses.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who has any information about the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and receive a possible reward of up to $3,000.
Family is raising money to help cover the cost of her funeral.
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#JFRD transporting 1 person (possible pediatric) "Trauma Red" MVA vs pedestrian Alden RD (District-50)
— JFRDincidents (@JFRDIncidents) October 17, 2016
A girl hit by a car while crossing the street on Alden Road in the Sandalwood area. The latest on her condition on Action News Jax.
— Phil Amato (@PhilAmatoANjax) October 17, 2016
JSO: 15-year-old girl hit near Sandalwood High School. "Keep her in your thoughts & prayers." Life-threatening injuries. @ActionNewsJax
— Russell Colburn (@RussellANjax) October 17, 2016
Newser on student hit near Sandalwood on @ActionNewsJax She was taken to the hospital immediately with life threatening injuries.
— Romney Smith (@RomneySmith) October 17, 2016
Newser on student hit near Sandalwood on @ActionNewsJax JSO is speaking w driver of car & they're also waiting to speak to other witnesses
— Romney Smith (@RomneySmith) October 17, 2016
Newser on student hit near Sandalwood on @ActionNewsJax "This isn't a street that we've had a lot of issues on...its not a trouble area."
— Romney Smith (@RomneySmith) October 17, 2016
.@JSOPIO is asking for everyone to pray for the 15-year-old who was hit by the vehicle. 🙏🏼 @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/XS6OiABZEc
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
You can see what appears to be the victim's backpack on the ground. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/xNyLb3wxcb
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
Police officers tells me the 15-year-old was crossing Alden Road with her sister. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/D0cS3lgvVQ
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
Law enforcement says the 15y/o girl is suffering from life-threatening injuries. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/bG8kLxZLd0
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
A local teenager hit by a car as she was crossing the street near a high school. My thoughts are w/ the girl and her family. @ActionNewsJax
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
JSO tells me traffic homicide is investigating b/c of the seriousness of this case. @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/HM5DYzAIOI
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynChana) October 17, 2016
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