Crews respond to critical-injury auto-ped in Cedar City on April 4, 2025. (Photo: Liv Kelleher, KUTV)CEDAR CITY, Utah (KUTV) — A hit-and-run crash in Cedar City left a Canyon View Middle School student in critical condition Friday morning.The girl was struck by two vehicles while walking in the northbound lanes of I-15 near mile marker 61 at approximately 8:38 a.m. Investigators determined that she had crossed a fence and entered the freeway on foot, though they are still working to establish why she was on the highway....
Crews respond to critical-injury auto-ped in Cedar City on April 4, 2025. (Photo: Liv Kelleher, KUTV)
CEDAR CITY, Utah (KUTV) — A hit-and-run crash in Cedar City left a Canyon View Middle School student in critical condition Friday morning.
The girl was struck by two vehicles while walking in the northbound lanes of I-15 near mile marker 61 at approximately 8:38 a.m. Investigators determined that she had crossed a fence and entered the freeway on foot, though they are still working to establish why she was on the highway.
One of the vehicles involved did not stop and continued northbound. UHP is attempting to identify and contact the driver of the vehicle that fled the scene. The second vehicle stopped and remained at the scene, cooperating with investigators.
The girl was airlifted from the scene in critical condition to an area hospital. Northbound I-15 was closed for several hours during the investigation, reopening at approximately 11:04 a.m.
According to UHP, the girl had crossed a fence and entered the freeway on foot. Investigators are working to determine why the juvenile was on the highway. This remains an ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
Shortly after 12:30 p.m., the Iron County School District issued a statement confirming that the victim was a student of Cayon View Middle School.
"With deep sadness we are able to confirm that the female involved in the auto-pedestrian accident on the freeway was one of our students," administrators said. "We understand that she is currently receiving medical attention at a hospital. We are working with law enforcement authorities to further investigate the incident. The family has been notified. Our heart goes out to the family, staff, and students affected by this tragic accident."
The district added that a support team would be available at Canyon View Middle and Canyon View High schools on Monday, April 7. "Counselors and therapists will meet with any students or staff in need throughout the day and next week as needed," they stated.
The district reminded parents and students, "If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to your school counselor or a trusted adult. You can also contact safeUT.org or call 833-372-3388. Counselors are available 24/7."
The Utah Highway Patrol is working with the Iron County School District to gather information and provide assistance as needed.
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