Child Suffers Severe Injuries in Accident on Hwy 74

A child was hospitalized with severe injuries suffered in a traffic accident on Highway 74 in Menifee Sunday night, authorities said.

The child, whose name and age were not released, was a passenger in a sedan that was struck by an SUV as it exited a business driveway near Trumble Road at 6:15 p.m., according to a Sheriff's Department news release. All others involved in the accident suffered minor injuries.

One of the drivers is suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but the report does not state which driver. Highway 74 between Trumble Road and Sherman Road was temporarily closed during the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Deputy Cail at 951-210-1000.