Child in Stable Condition after being Hit by Car in Springfield

The family of a 12-year-old boy who has hit by a car in Springfield are now saying his condition is improving.

Tanner White was riding a scooter along West Division near West Bypass when he was hit by the car.

Investigators say the driver was blinded by another vehicle and didn’t see Tanner.

His parents say that the recovery will be long, and that he was admitted to the hospital after the incident in critical condition.

Doctors now have said Tanner is in stable condition.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help pay for medical needs and other expenses for the family.