The incident took place last night.
A nine-year-old child was run over in an accident that took place last night in Sharjah.

The Asian girl had been accompanied by her mother when she suddenly ran across the road at an undesignated pedestrian area along Ta'awun road on Monday around 7.40pm.

The Arab driver was unable to swerve to avoid the child in time.

She sustained moderate injuries and was taken to Oriana hospital near the accident site.

Later, the girl was transferred to Al Qasimi hospital for further treatmentPolice warned parents of the hazards of letting children walk or run across streets. Motorists should take care whilst driving in areas that are heavily populated.

SOURCE : KHALEEJTIMES