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9-year-old Cheektowaga girl struck, seriously hurt while riding a scooter

East Aurora police say a 30-year-old woman faces several charges including DWI

EAST AURORA, N.Y. — A 9-year-old Cheektowaga girl is being treated for serious injuries at Oishei Children's Hospital after being hit by a vehicle while riding a scooter.

East Aurora Police say it happened around 6:30 Sunday night on East Main St. in the village.

They say Erin Kuntz, 30, of East Aurora, hit a parked vehicle and then struck the girl.

Credit: Provided by family

Kuntz is charged with vehicular assault, DWI, marijuana possession, refusing to take a breath test, driving a motor vehicle on a sidewalk and failure to use a designated lane.

She was arraigned before Town of Aurora Court Judge Jeffrey Markello and released on her own recognizance.

WATCH: Erie County District Attorney responds to Kuntz's license not being taken

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