Distracted driver hits teen on sidewalk in Winter Haven, according to troopers

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A woman who became distracted while driving on a Winter Haven road struck a 16-year-old after diverting from the roadway on Wednesday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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At 12:39 p.m., a 60-year-old Winter Haven home driving a Toyota RAV4 was heading east on Avenue B Southeast when troopers said she was distracted by a loud, unknown noise.

While approaching 6th Street Southwest, the woman then traveled from the roadway and went partially onto a sidewalk, striking the teen, who was sitting on the curb, according to troopers.

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The teen was left with serious injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. Her current condition is unknown.

The driver was not injured, troopers said.

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