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Family Mourns 12-Year-Old Miami Gardens Boy Killed in Tragic Hit-and-Run

WPLG Local 10January 5, 20263 min8,137 views
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Devastating Loss Before Christmas

  • πŸ’” A Miami Gardens family is experiencing profound heartbreak this holiday season after their 12-year-old son, Carl Robinson IV, was killed.
  • πŸŽ„ The tragedy occurred just days before Christmas, turning what should have been a joyful time into a period of grief and funeral planning.

Circumstances of the Crash

  • πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Carl was walking home from Carol City Middle School when he was struck by a vehicle.
  • πŸ›£οΈ The incident happened while he was crossing Northwest 37th Avenue at 194th Street.
  • πŸš— The driver was reportedly attempting to make a turn when the collision occurred.

Critical Injuries and Passing

  • πŸ₯ Paramedics airlifted Carl to Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Hollywood.
  • 🧠 Doctors fought to save him, but ultimately declared him deceased on December 23rd due to severe brain injuries and a shattered pelvis.

Organ Donation and Legacy

  • ❀️ Carl's mother is finding solace in the fact that his organs will be donated, potentially saving other children's lives.
  • ✨ She hopes to one day meet the recipients and feel her son's heartbeat again, focusing on this positive aspect amidst her grief.

Legal and Community Support

  • βš–οΈ As of the report, no charges have been filed against the driver, with the decision left to prosecutors.
  • 🀝 The family has set up a GoFundMe page to help with funeral arrangements, and a link is available on local10.com.
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