CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Police said a mother and child were hit by a car Wednesday evening in Clayton County.
Police said officers responded to Flint River Road in Jonesboro around 7:45.
The 28-year-old mother and her 5-year-old child were attempting to cross Flint River Road in front of the Flint River Crossing Apartments when they were hit.
The child, identified as Malaya McLendon, was taken to a hospital in critical condition. Family members say she is on life support and they were told she is brain dead.
The mother, identified as Brittiney Milligan, has a broken leg and was also taken to a hospital. She was treated and released.
The driver who hit the mother and child stayed on the scene.
Police said there are no charges pending.
Family members have set up a GoFundMe page if you would like to donate.