CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A 13-year-old was killed in a hit-and-run crash in northeast Charlotte early Sunday morning, police said.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police were called to a crash involving a pedestrian just north of The Plaza on East W.T. Harris Boulevard a little after 2 a.m. on June 27. When officers got to the scene, they found the victim injured along the road. He was pronounced dead on scene.
Investigators said they believe the victim, Kevin Osorto, was walking along the right shoulder when he was hit by the suspect.
CMPD announced Tuesday morning that a suspect had been arrested charged in connection with the fatal collision. Police said the woman was transferred to the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office and charged with felony hit and run, and involuntary manslaughter.
Community members were shocked to hear of the incident.
"That’s God awful," Earl Jefferson said. "We live in such tragic times."
Jefferson said he was shocked to learn a kid so young was out on the road so late.
"We have to be more diligent when watching our children and watching our grandchildren," Jefferson said. "Too many things can happen out here.”
This case remains ongoing. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspect vehicle or its driver is asked to contact CMPD's Crime Stoppers tip line at 704-334-1600.
