An automobilist was arrested for dangerous driving after hitting a young girl while she was riding her bicycle.

The driver, a 50-year-old man, was driving a sports car at a high speed. Fortunately, it did not take a long time before his arrest

As for the little girl, she was rapidly taken to a hospital. According to the Quebec City police, she was unconscious upon the arrival of paramedics. Her condition remained uncertain, but Authorities confirmed she was out of danger.

A neighbor was on his balcony watching police officers analysing the scene.

‘We recognize him easily. He goes fast all the time. I’m not surprised at all, affirmed a neighbor without wanting to be identified.” he said.

At the intersection, another citizen saw him.” He rolls the heads in the clouds. He has very dangerous driving. I often see him roll fast. A Volkswagen with a black line. We heard him arrive. I already told him in the face that there are kids around. Hit a kid, it disgusts me. I can’t digest it,” said Francis Paradis, who lives on Lortie’s avenue, at less than one kilometre.

Traffic disruptions were in effect for many hours. Security, a safety measure, and investigators and the forensic identification unit started their work in the evening. Saint-Victorien Street was closed for some time.

An investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances of the event. The suspect is still in custody, and investigators are questioning him.

It’s very important to stay careful to keep those tragic accidents away.