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Mother, 4-Year-Old Son Hit By Car Outside Peabody Daycare

PEABODY (CBS) – A mother and her four-year-old son were hit by a car while crossing a street in Peabody Thursday evening.

Witnesses say they were crossing from a home daycare on Washington Street to get to the father's car. Police say they suffered serious injuries.

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A mother and her son were struck by a car on Washington Street (WBZ-TV)

The person behind the wheel of the car was an elderly man.

Police say speed did not appear to be a factor and they say it's looking like it was an unfortunate accident.

The mother and son were brought to a Boston hospital to be treated for their injuries. Police say it's unlikely any charges will be filed.

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