Man Convicted for Hitting 7-Year-Old Child in Crosswalk in Maine

A 25-year-old man has been convicted for driving to danger after a 7-year-old was hit in a crosswalk in Lewiston.

Charged with Hitting 7-Year-Old in Crosswalk in School Zone

Alberto Nafoia was charged with hitting the boy on Minot Avenue near Fairview School on October 1, 2024.

Also Issued a Traffic Citation

He was also issued a traffic ticket for operator failing to obey crossing guard.

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Student was in Crosswalk with Crossing Guard Present

Police said the 7-year-old was in the crosswalk in a school zone with a crossing guard stopping traffic. 

Child Hit in the Street

Nafoia did not stop and struck the child in the street. He was apprehended at the scene.

7-Year-Old Seriously Injured after Crash

The 7-year-old had serious injuries and was taken to the hospital for medical attention. Officials said he has made a full recovery.

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Day-Long Bench Trial and Decision

The court's decision to convict Nafoia came after a day-long bench trial in Androscoggin County, Maine.

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Convicted Man to be Sentenced after Court Ruling

He will be sentenced at an upcoming court appearance.