7-Year-Old Child Hospitalized after Alarming Go-Kart Crash on Alameda Drive and College Avenue [Tempe, AZ]

Injuries Reported in Tempe Auto Accident on Alameda Drive and College Avenue

TEMPE, AZ (May 11, 2026) – Saturday morning, a 7-year-old child was hospitalized after alarming go-kart crash on Alameda Drive and College Avenue.

The incident involving an SUV and a go-kart happened just after 7:00 a.m. on Alameda Drive and College Avenue, near Mill and Southern Avenues.

A child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle while riding a battery-operated go-kart in a crosswalk, according to the Tempe Police Department.

Police said the child was crossing with a parent when a driver making a right turn hit the go-kart.

The child was taken to a nearby hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

Authorities partially closed the intersection while investigators worked to determine what led to the crash.

What’s Next after the Alarming Go-Kart Crash on Alameda Drive and College Avenue

It is important to drive defensively/abide by all driving laws. By doing so, you can ensure your safety and the safety of surrounding vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians.

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