Quitman Boy Hit by 18-Wheeler

An 18-wheeler hit a 10-year-old boy Monday afternoon on Main Street in Quitman. They took the boy by ambulance to Quitman’s hospital and then flew him to Tyler’s hospital. His condition is unknown, but police say the boy was able to talk to officers and emergency medical personnel. Hwy 37 was backed up until about 7:30 last night because of the accident.