Driver runs red light, crashing into 8 cars, killing toddler, police say

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CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — A driver running a red light caused an eight-car pileup, killing a young girl.

Authorities in Clayton County said the crash happened Thursday night.

Police said an impatient driver in a Dodge Charger ran a red light at the intersection of Holiday Boulevard and Old Dixie Highway. The driver wrecked into several vehicles in a horrific crash.

Another victim, a 2-year-old girl, was ejected from the vehicle. She was pronounced deceased on scene.

Three victims were rushed to local area hospitals. Two were listed in critical condition, and the third, a 4-year-old girl, was also critical condition.

The driver of the Charger was not arrested at the scene but police said that charges are pending.

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