A 1-year-old girl has died after being hit by a car while at a Florida beach, according to officials.
Avery Lynn Sexton was killed on New Smyrna Beach, which is just over 14 miles from Daytona Beach. The Volusia Sheriff’s Office confirmed on X that a preliminary investigation had revealed that the youngster was struck at around 4:30 p.m. on May 23 after running into a traffic lane. Authorities added said it “does not appear speed or impairment are a factor.”
