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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Rochester, PA) A child died after being struck by a vehicle Friday afternoon in Rochester, according to Beaver County emergency officials. 

Dispatchers said emergency crews were called to the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Lacock Street at approximately 4:50 p.m. for reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. 

Authorities said the victim, believed to be between 10 and 12 years old, was riding a bicycle at the time. The driver did not remain at the scene. 

Rochester Borough police have charged 53-year-old Thomas Earl Cole of Monaca with homicide by vehicle while DUI, accidents involving death or personal injury, and DUI, according to court records. 

Police said Cole was taken to the Beaver County Jail, arraigned Saturday, and denied bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 7.