Jahneb Azeem, 4, killed while riding bike in parking lot on Wilcrest in Houston, Texas
4-year-old boy hit, killed in parking lot in southwest Houston
Police said the boy was riding his bicycle in the parking lot when the driver of an SUV came through the complex. Police said they believe driver just didn't see the child and hit him.
Accident investigators said the boy was rushed Texas Children's Hospital, where he died. The driver of the SUV was thoroughly questioned by officers. Investigators said they do not believe the driver was impaired, but are checking to determine whether speed was a factor in the accident.
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After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
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