ANGUS, Ont. — Provincial police west of Barrie say an 11-year-old boy has been pronounced dead after he was hit by a pickup truck while cycling.
Police said Sunday that the boy was pronounced dead after being in hospital since Thursday.
They say the incident happened Thursday around 8:30 p.m., in Angus, Ont.
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The boy was transported to a Toronto-area hospital by helicopter where he eventually succumbed to his injuries.
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Investigators say they understand the community will be impacted by the incident and encouraged people to reach out for support.
Police said earlier this week that their investigation was ongoing.
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