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Annabeth, 7, was a hit by a car while crossing the street with her father, January 26, 2010.

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A 7-year old girl's shoes still lay in the street after she was struck by a hit and run driver, January 26, 2010.

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Teen charged in hit and run

Canton girl critically injured

Updated: Tuesday, 23 Feb 2010, 2:37 PM EST
Published : Tuesday, 23 Feb 2010, 2:29 PM EST

  • By: Rebecca Santillo

Canton, Conn. (WTNH) - A Simsbury teenager has been charged in the hit and run of a seven year old Canton girl.

Annabeth Melendez was crossing Dowd Avenue with her father on January 26th when she was struck, literally knocking the shoes off her feet. She was hospitalized with critical injuries.

Watch our interview with Annabeth's father.

Leontina Scanlon, 18, surrendered to police today. She has been charged with evading responsibility and was released on a $2,500 bond.

Annabeth has since been released from the hospital.

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