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11-Year-Old Boy Recovers From ATV Accident In Harford County

WHITEFORD, Md. (WJZ) -- An ATV crash in Howard County sent an 11-year-old boy to the hospital.

Monique Griego has more.

The boy crashed his vehicle into a tree in the 4400 block of Slate Ridge Road in Whiteford. The accident happened shortly after 1:15 p.m. Sunday.

He is in serious condition at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

The boy's father credits protective gear with saving his life. He was wearing a helmet and extensive padding, including a neck brace and chest protector.

He says a throttle malfunction is to blame for the accident.

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