NewsWSVN 7News – Local NewsSeptember 10, 2026Miami-Dade County
10-year-old girl struck by hit-and-run driver in NW Miami-Dade has died, detectives say; boy critical
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A 10-year-old girl named Peyton died at Ryder Trauma Center after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding an electric bicycle with her brother in Northwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office detectives confirmed the fatality on Thursday morning, while her brother remains in critical condition. Investigators are searching for an older model, two-door green hatchback with passenger-side damage.
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A fatal hit-and-run collision in Northwest Miami-Dade has left one child dead and another hospitalized in critical condition, prompting an active search by detectives for the fleeing driver.
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OrganizationMiami-Dade Crime Stoppers“Collecting information and offering a reward of up to $5,000 for tips.”PersonJaja“Commented on riding with Willbrent hours before the incident.”PersonEbony“Described Peyton and called for the driver to turn themselves in.”OrganizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“Investigating the hit-and-run collision.”OrganizationWSVN 7News – Local News“Published the report on the incident.”OrganizationRyder Trauma Center“Facility where the victims were rushed following the incident.”PersonWillbrent“Brother of Peyton, riding the e-bike and currently in critical condition.”PersonDaniel Castillo“Provided statements to the media regarding the investigation.”PersonPeyton“10-year-old girl who succumbed to her injuries after being struck by a hit-and-r”