Search For Driver In Deadly FW Hit & Run That Killed Child

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(Fort Worth, TX) — The search is on for a hit-and-run driver accused of killing a child in Fort Worth.

Police say it happened near the 36-hundred block of Wichita Street just after 10:15 Tuesday night.  Police say the 7-year-old boy identified as Nelson Morales, was in the crosswalk when a vehicle hit him.  His family says the Oaklawn Elementary student was playing tag with his cousins at the time.  Police are looking for a silver or gray Toyota SUV.  The driver could be charged with failure to stop and render aid.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Fort Worth Police or CrimeStoppers.