A young child fell off her bike and struck her head on the pavement at 4 Lewis Place in the City of Batavia. She is unconscious. Mercy medics and city fire are en route.
UPDATE 7:19 p.m.: The girl is 12 years old and lost consciousness for about 30 seconds. She is now conscious, alert and in stable condition. She has elbow and knee pain and pain on her right side. She was not wearing a helmet. Mercy Medic #1 is taking her to UMMC.
Please wear a helmet! Helmets
Please wear a helmet! Helmets help to prevent traumatic brain injuries from falls such as this. They are such a simple thing that has such a huge pay off. Thank you!