9 year old took a car and crashed

A 9 year old has been hurt in a crash after police in Clarksville stated he took a car for riding.

The incident took place just after 11:30 a.m. Sunday on Eva Drive.

Reports specified the 9-year-old took a vehicle owned by one of his mother’s friends and then crashed.

He was taken by LifeFlight to a healthcare facility in Nashville. He was listed in fine condition with a couple of cuts, damaged bones, and other injuries. Officials stated he’s anticipated to recover.

On Sunday evening, authorities validated the child was autistic and has run off before, but they added this type of incident never took place before.

No more details were right away available.