Crime & Safety
11 Year Old Killed In South Philly Hit And Run: Reports
The boy was crossing the street Friday when he was hit by a vehicle that drove off. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
PHILADELPHIA – An 11-year-old boy died after being struck by a driver who then drove off Friday afternoon in South Philadelphia, according to reports.
The boy was crossing the street on the 1000 block of Shunk Street at about 3 p.m. Friday, May 18 when he was hit, according to CBS Philadelphia.
Action news reports the boy was rushed to a local hospital but was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
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Anyone with information on the incident is urged to call police.
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