A child was airlifted in critical condition Saturday afternoon after being run over by a lawn mower near Cary. Authorities are saying it appears to be a “tragic accident.” Courtesy of the Cary Fire Protection District

A 3⅟₂-year-old child who had a portion of his leg severed after being run over by a lawn mower Saturday near Cary remains hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.

Lake County authorities are investigating the incident, but said Sunday it does not appear to be a criminal matter.

“It does appear to be a tragic accident,” Lake County sheriff’s Deputy Chief Christopher Covelli said. “We want the family to be focused on the child's recovery, but we will review the incident with the state's attorney's office.”

The Cary Fire Protection District was called at 12:41

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