A 14-year-old girl was struck by a car Thursday afternoon in Dartmouth.

Dartmouth Police confirmed the accident occurred in the area of Bliss Corner. The girl was reportedly walking on Dartmouth Street, near Cove Road.

The victim was transported by helicopter to Hasbro Children's Hospital in Providence.

Authorities said the driver is in custody.

We will have more information as it becomes available.

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