Toddler struck, killed by vehicle in Upper Milford Township, Pa.

Oct 12, 2025 - 12:00
Toddler struck, killed by vehicle in Upper Milford Township, Pa.

An investigation is underway after a toddler was struck and killed by a vehicle in the Lehigh Valley.

The 1-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle on Thursday, Oct. 9, around 4:15 p.m. on the 5300 block of Bachman Road in Upper Milford Township. He was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest where he was pronounced dead at 5 p.m.

Officials said they know the boy’s identity but are not releasing his name at this time out of respect for the child’s family. An autopsy will be performed on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025.

Investigators have not released additional details on what led to the crash. Pennsylvania State Police are currently investigating.