In a heart-wrenching incident Wednesday evening, a 9-year-old boy lost his life in a hit and run crash at 365 Cleveland Avenue in Atlanta. The Atlanta Police Department, responding to the scene around 6:26 p.m. found the young victim with critical injuries.
Despite being rushed to the hospital, the child died at the hospital.
The focus of the investigation has shifted to 58-year-old Tomasa Mendoza, whom police have identified as the driver who allegedly fled the scene. Ms. Mendoza is currently wanted on charges of homicide by vehicle.
Crime Stoppers Atlanta has set a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to her capture.
The police urge anyone with information about the case to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through various channels: calling the Crime Stoppers Atlanta tip line at 404-577-TIPS (8477), online at www.StopCrimeAtl.org, or by texting CSA and the tip to CRIMES (274637). Informants are assured that their identity or any personal details are not necessary to claim the reward.
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