Tragedy in Silver Creek: 11-Year-Old Child Killed After Being Struck by Pickup Truck
Silver Creek, GA — April 17, 2025 — A heartbreaking accident claimed the life of an 11-year-old child on Thursday afternoon in Silver Creek, Georgia, sending shockwaves through the local community and prompting renewed concerns about traffic safety and pedestrian awareness.
According to the Floyd County Police Department, the fatal incident occurred around 4:00 p.m. near the intersection of Timberwood Drive and Ramblewood Drive. The child was reportedly attempting to cross the road when they were struck by a pickup truck traveling through the residential area. Emergency responders rushed to the scene within minutes of the 911 call.
Despite the rapid arrival of paramedics and first responders, the young victim succumbed to their injuries at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the name of the child, pending notification of extended family members.
The driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. At this time, no charges have been filed, and police have not indicated whether speed, distraction, or impairment played a role in the tragedy. Investigators are currently reviewing traffic footage and witness statements to determine the full sequence of events.
Local residents described the incident as devastating and called for improved safety measures in the neighborhood, where many children often play outdoors or walk home from nearby bus stops.
“This is every parent’s worst nightmare,” said one neighbor. “We need more speed bumps, clearer signage, and people just need to slow down when driving through here.”
The Floyd County Police Department is urging drivers to be especially cautious in residential zones, particularly during hours when children are likely to be outside. They are also reminding parents to talk to their children about pedestrian safety and the importance of remaining aware when crossing streets.
The community is expected to come together in the coming days to hold a vigil for the young victim, with counselors being made available at local schools to support grieving classmates and families.