Irvine, CA (Nov. 20, 2015): The Irvine Police Department (IPD) is investigating a fatal traffic collision.
At approximately 3:05 p.m., a 9-year-old boy was riding his bicycle and was hit by a van driven by a 57-year-old man at the intersection of Roosevelt and Bay Tree.
IPD and Orange County Fire Authority immediately responded to the scene, and the child was transported to an area hospital. The child tragically succumbed to his traumatic injuries at the hospital at approximately 3:35 p.m.
The identity of the child is being withheld at this time to allow time for family to be notified.
The male driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle and remained at the scene. His identity is not being released at this time. The investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing.
The intersection at Roosevelt and Bay Tree is partially closed for the investigation, with limited lanes open allowing residents access to their homes.
Anyone with additional information is asked to contact IPD Traffic Sergeant Matt August at 949-724-7023.