By Pat Culverhouse

Two Minden juveniles sustained injuries when they were struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Elm St. and Emerald Dr. Friday night, according to Chief of Police Jared McIver.

A 13-year-old youth sustained serious injuries but was reported in stable condition at last report, while an eight-year-old received minor injuries and reportedly was treated at the scene, the Chief said.

McIver said a group of children reportedly were playing in the street sometime around 8 p.m. when a pickup truck approached. The driver reportedly swerved to the opposite side of the road to avoid hitting one group of children, but struck the two.

According to officers, the driver of the vehicle was tested and no impairment was detected. The driver also was not suspected of speeding at the time of the accident, McIver said.

“This was an unfortunate accident that could have been avoided if the kids had not been playing in the street after dark,” McIver said.