Koreatown Community Rallies for Family of Boy Killed in Hit-and-Run

Tragedy Strikes Koreatown

• 💔 A 9-year-old boy was tragically killed and his 19-year-old brother hospitalized after being struck by a suspected DUI driver in Koreatown.
• 🛴 The incident occurred as the two brothers were riding an e-scooter outside their home near the intersection of South New Hampshire Avenue and 4th Street.
• 😔 The deceased child is remembered as a bright and friendly boy, while his older brother is in stable condition.

Community Support and Fundraising

• 🕯️ A candlelight vigil was held at the crash site, bringing the community together to pay respects and support the grieving family.
• 💰 Volunteers are actively collecting donations to help cover funeral expenses for the child and hospital costs for the surviving brother.
• 🤝 Neighbors, friends, and strangers are showing their support through donations of money and food.
• 🍲 Local catering groups, including Emanuel Kosher Catering, have volunteered their time and resources to sell crepes, with proceeds going to the family.

Justice and Ongoing Efforts

• 🚗 The driver, identified as 46-year-old Jamie Pittman, faces murder charges following the incident.
• 🙏 The family is seeking justice for their loss and expressing gratitude for the overwhelming community support.
• 📣 Volunteers will continue accepting donations for the next two nights, and a GoFundMe page has also been established to aid the family.