MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A 2-year-old was left with severe injuries after they were hit by a car Friday, according to a news release from the police department.

Officers were called to the 600 block of Summerville Street, near Stanton Road, for a report of a traffic accident at 6 p.m.

When they arrived, officers found that the child had “darted” into the road and was hit by a car, they said.

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The child was taken to a local hospital, according to the release. The driver of the car stayed on the scene and was not under the influence.

Officers said this is an ongoing investigation.