An 8-year-old girl was tragically left with multiple serious injuries, including broken ribs and a collapsed lung, after being hit by a pickup truck in Milford, Massachusetts. The incident, which occurred on September 18, 2025, has left the young girl, Jenna, fighting for her recovery in the hospital.
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According to authorities in Milford, the distressing accident took place around 4:02 p.m. local time when emergency services were alerted to a motor vehicle-pedestrian collision involving Jenna. The first responders found Jenna with upper body injuries and swiftly transported her to a nearby medical facility before she was flown to UMass Memorial Hospital for further treatment.
The Milford Police Department revealed that the Central Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (CEMLEC) Accident Reconstruction Unit is currently investigating the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision. In a recent update, it was disclosed that the driver involved in the accident has been issued a criminal summons for negligent operation of a motor vehicle and a crosswalk violation.
Jenna’s mother, Cassandra O’Donnell, shared the harrowing details of the event, recounting how Jenna was walking with her father and brother towards Milford Town Park when the pickup truck struck her. Jenna’s father managed to pull her brother to safety, but Jenna was not able to avoid the impact in time and was trapped under the vehicle. Fortunately, a nurse who witnessed the incident provided immediate assistance until the arrival of emergency medical services.
The aftermath of the collision left Jenna with severe injuries including broken ribs, internal bleeding, liver damage, a collapsed lung, and exhaust burns. Although Jenna was initially in critical condition upon arrival at the hospital, her family has since reported that she is showing signs of improvement and is currently receiving care in the ICU.
Jenna’s aunt, Jessica Boxold, launched a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe to help cover the mounting medical expenses incurred by Jenna’s treatment. The response from the community has been overwhelmingly supportive, with donations exceeding $9,000 as of the latest update.
As Jenna continues her journey towards recovery, her family remains hopeful for her healing and extends their gratitude to all those who have offered their support during this challenging time. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance, especially when it comes to protecting the most vulnerable members of our communities.