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Store owner charged with running over 14-year-old boy
Florida store owner accused of chasing and running over 14-year-old boy he believed burgled his store.
In brief
Florida store owner accused of chasing and running over 14-year-old boy he believed burgled his store. 32-year-old Kavan Vishnubhai Patel faces second-degree murder charge after allegedly chasing down and hitting 14-year-old Hunter Russey on e-bike. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Store owner accused
Florida store owner faces second-degree murder charge after allegedly chasing down and hitting 14-year-old boy on e-bike.
Victim's condition
14-year-old Hunter Russey died after being found unresponsive in a ditch following the crash.
Alleged reason for chase
Patel claimed he chased Hunter because he believed the boy burgled his convenience store.
Chase details
Patel allegedly hit Hunter at 30 mph while chasing him on e-bike, knocking him off vehicle.
Aftermath
Hunter was left on road without help, found an hour later after police arrived.
The takeaway
32-year-old Kavan Vishnubhai Patel faces second-degree murder charge after allegedly chasing down and hitting 14-year-old Hunter Russey on e-bike.
