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PD: 12-year-old boy 'okay' after ATV crash

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A 12-year-old boy was taken to the hospital Monday night after a quad accident in Mesa.

The incident happened around 6 p.m. near Mesa Drive and McKellips Road.

Officials say the victim and a 15-year-old boy were towing the vehicle when they swerved to avoid a dog in the street.

The 12-year-old suffered a cut to his head and is expected to be okay. The 15-year-old was not hurt, according to police.

Officials say early reports indicate the child was not wearing a helmet.