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    Toddler hit, killed by truck at Morganton campground

    By WSOCTV.com News Staff,

    18 hours ago
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    A toddler has died after being struck by a vehicle at the Steele Creek campground in Morganton.

    Troopers said the driver was trying to pull around a building when he hit the child, who had walked in front of his truck.

    That child was later identified as 18-month-old Sophie Bumgarner.

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    Troopers said the driver wasn’t speeding, and alcohol was not a factor in the crash.

    They are also not expected to be charged in this incident.

    Family members have set up a GoFundMe for Sophie’s funeral expenses. You can donate here .

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