Two 12-year old boys seriously injured in hit and run in New Bedford

New Bedford Police are actively investigating a hit and run accident which sent two New Bedford boys to Rhode Island Hospital with serious injuries. The two boys, both 12 years old were operating a motorized moped when they were struck at the intersection of Blackmere and South Second Street. Both boys were not wearing helmets and suffered serious injuries as result. The vehicle that did the hitting fled the scene and was reported as possibly an Acura, silver grayish in color. The vehicle sustained heavy front end damage as result of the crash.

Anyone with information is asked to please contact the New Bedford Police at 508-991-6350 or leave an anonymous tip at 508-992-7463 or at tip@newbedfordpd.com.