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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Two teenagers were taken to the hospital on Wednesday after a dump truck hit a sedan in Cobb County, according to police.

At around 2:15 p.m., police were called to the accident on Roberts Boulevard at Vaughn Road in unincorporated Kennesaw. The 2022 green Kia K5's driver, a 17-year-old, and its passenger, a 16-year-old, were both hurt.

Officers believe the Kia was traveling westbound on Roberts Boulevard when it went to turn left onto Vaughn Road. The dump truck, which was traveling eastbound on Roberts Boulevard near the intersection, hit the Kia's right side, according to police.

Both cars were pushed off the road, stopping half in the woods and half on the sidewalk, officers said. The dump truck's 64-year-old driver wasn't injured.

At last check, the 16-year-old passenger in the Kia had serious injuries, police said. The 17-year-old driver was taken to the hospital with  visible injuries. 

No charges have been announced. The case remains under investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First as we learn more.
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