A young child was run over by a car backing out of a driveway in south Richmond on Monday, December 19 and it brings back horrific memories of a similar occurrence several years ago in Glen Allen. Meredyth Bryant and her husband lost their precious angel, Annabelle, when a worker backed out of their driveway and accidentally struck their young daughter in 2005.
A nightmare is now being lived by another real Richmond family as they try to make sense of this freak accident.
According to NBC 12 News, this latest accident involved a 2-year old child who is about to turn 3. Police are still investigating the situation but this is one child and a family that can surely use all of our prayers and well wishes during this time. Their precious daughter is now in stable condition, and this situation will hopefully have a much better result than those involving more than 130 young children who died in similar type accidents last year.
Preventing Similar Accidents
Bryant and her husband established a website in Annabelle’s memory – “Annabelle’s Angels” after the death of their daughter. Their website is filled with information about child safety and how we can all do small things to make a huge difference in caring for our children and keeping them safe.
This recent event reminds us all of the importance of driving as cautiously as possible, especially in neighborhoods and driveways where children play.
Rear View Safety Lens
It also reminds us of the importance of installing a Rear View Safety Lens that allows you to see objects behind you that are not usually visible in side or rear-view mirrors. It’s an inexpensive purchase that can save a child’s life. This lens can be quickly and easily purchased on Annabelle’s Angels’ website for just $20, and all proceeds go to the non-profit organization to promote child safety awareness.
What a wonderful gift!
As we enjoy and celebrate the holidays, don’t forget this precious life of a 2-year old girl who was recently struck by a car. Keep the young child and her family in your thoughts and prayers as you celebrate this season of hope.
