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 succumbed to her injuries at Ryder Trauma Center one day after he and the boy 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.
A possible vehicle description was heard over police scanners.
“Older model two-door hatchback, green color, last seen heading westbound in 117th [Street] toward Eighth Avenue. Damage on the right hand side, passenger,” said a first responder.
Detectives have not provided further details about the injured boy, 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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