11-Year-Old Girl Struck by Ambulance Near Miami School, Hospitalized

An 11-year-old girl was struck by a speeding Miami ambulance near SLAM Miami charter school while crossing the street on her way to school. The ambulance had its lights flashing and was en route to a hospital emergency at the time of the accident. Despite the severity of the incident, the girl was alert and responsive when transported to the hospital and is expected to recover. The accident has raised local concerns about student safety, with calls for increased police presence and traffic control measures around school zones. Miami police closed NW 12th Ave. between NW 4th and 7th Streets to investigate the crash, urging drivers to avoid the area. SLAM Miami has expressed support for the student and her family during this difficult time.