Police say a Lewiston toddler was critically injured when he was struck by a vehicle driven by his father Monday.

The Portland Press Herald reports 2-year-old Lucas Holmes was struck by the vehicle in the parking lot of Hillview Apartments on Rideout Avenue.

Lewiston Fire Lt. William Soucy said the father, 24-year-old Ron Holmes, accidentally struck the boy with the vehicle as he was backing up.

Investigators said Holmes was operating the vehicle on a suspended license. He told police he was moving the vehicle for his girlfriend.

Lewiston Police Lt. Michael McGonagle said the boy suffered life-threatening injuries to his head and torso.

McGonagle said the toddler is listed in critical condition at Maine Medical Center.

The incident is under investigation. No charges have been filed.

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