CHARLOTTE — A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools student is seriously hurt after they were hit by a car in south Charlotte Tuesday morning, according to MEDIC.
It happened around 7 a.m. along Camp Verde Lane, near Cato Ridge Middle School.
CMS confirmed the pedestrian was a student at Cato Ridge Wednesday. The newly built school opened its doors to students for the first time this August.
In a message to families, the school said it will now have an officer stationed at the intersection of Tom Short Road and Golf Links Drive during arrival and dismissal periods. The school is also ensuring that no student clubs begin before 7:30 a.m.
Moving forward, the school plans to work on traffic improvements in the area to support student safety. Plans include adding a traffic signal, pedestrian beacons and other safety enhancements.
Channel 9 is asking for more information about the crash and if anyone will be charged.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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