NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A 10-year-old girl who was struck while riding an electric bicycle in Northwest Miami-Dade by a driver who fled the scene has died in the hospital, authorities said, and a boy who was riding with her continues to fight for his life.
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office detectives confirmed on late Thursday morning that the young victim, Peyton, succumbed to her injuries at Ryder Trauma Center one day after he and her brother, Willbrent, were rushed to the hospital.
According to investigators, the two juveniles were riding along Northwest 117th Street. when the car’s driver was making a left-hand turn from Seventh Avenue and collided with the e-bike, at around 8:40 p.m. on Wednesday.
One witness told 7News that the motorist kept going, stopped at the other side of the block and looked at the victims before driving off.
“The subject then fled the scene in an unknown direction,” said MDSO spokesperson Daniel Castillo.
Paramedics with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue arrived moments later, loaded both patients onto stretchers and transported them to Ryder Trauma Center in critical condition.
Back at the scene, 7News cameras showed debris scattered across the road and the mangled e-bike, as well as first responders as they carried out their investigation.
Cameras also captured a distraught woman being held by a man at the scene.
“I can only imagine how the parents feel in this situation,” said Castillo.
On Thursday, relatives described Peyton as a cheerleader who was full of love, life and personality.
“She was loved by many. She was full of life,” said Ebony, cousin of victims. “And for someone to leave her and her brother lifeless like that, it just– it hurt me to my soul.”
“She was an outgoing person. She was a good person,” said a man.
Friends of Willbrent said he was a cool kid.
“I was actually riding with him a couple of hours before that. It’s sad because you can be riding with someone and something happened so quick,” said Jaja.
Video shared by friends shows Willbrent on his bicycle just hours before the tragic incident.
On Thursday night, those who knew the siblings lit candles and created a memorial to send him well wishes and to commemorate Peyton’s life.
“I just hope he wake up, get better,” said Jaja.
Peyton’s cheer team, Gwen Cherry Bulls, released a statement saying they were devastated by the loss.
“It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we share the news of a devastating loss within our community. Last night, we lost a beautiful angel, our beloved cheerleader, Peyton.”
Now, family members are begging for justice for the siblings.
“They need to turn themselves in, step up and take action for what they did,” said Ebony.
Investigators said they are searching for a gray or silver Nissan Versa, an older model between 2009 and 2012.
Detectives have not provided further details about Willbrent, who remains in the hospital, as they continue their investigation.
If you have any information on this hit-and-run or the driver’s whereabouts, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
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