Authorities say two young girls were struck by a car in Southeast D.C. Wednesday evening at thee intersection of South Capitol Street and Atlantic Street.

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Police say the striking vehicle stayed on the scene. The car was reportedly traveling at a slow speed at the time. Police say the girls were conscious and breathing when emergency medical personnel arrived.

Fire officials say the girls were transported with serious, but non-life threatening injuries. Police say they girls are said to be between the ages of 3 and 6.