News Brief: Child Hospitalized Following Bicycle Collision in Fort Pierce
A traffic incident involving a minor occurred in the neighboring Treasure Coast community of Fort Pierce on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in the hospitalization of a child and temporary road closures. The collision, which involved a bicycle and a sedan, highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns in the region.
According to the Fort Pierce Police Department, the crash took place at approximately 4:34 p.m. near the intersection of Sunrise Boulevard. First responders arrived at the scene to find a 12-year-old boy who had been struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle.
Incident Summary:
Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Time: 4:34 p.m.
Location: Near Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Pierce
Involved Parties: A 12-year-old cyclist and a sedan driver
Traffic Impact: Northbound and southbound lanes on Sunrise Boulevard were closed for approximately two hours.
Emergency personnel transported the child to a nearby hospital for treatment. The current condition of the child has not been released publicly. Authorities confirmed that the driver of the sedan remained at the scene following the collision and fully cooperated with the ongoing police investigation.
The accident caused significant traffic disruption in the area during the evening commute. Police were forced to shut down both the northbound and southbound lanes of Sunrise Boulevard to process the scene and ensure safety. The Fort Pierce Police Department reported that the roadway was cleared and lanes were reopened to traffic at approximately 6:38 p.m.
As residents of the Treasure Coast travel between Indian River and St. Lucie counties, drivers are reminded to exercise increased caution, particularly during after-school hours when children are more likely to be on the roads.
