Garringer Student Hit By Car On Eastway Drive

Wali Alston,

UPDATE:Β Officials have charged aΒ suspect inΒ the hit and run on Eastway Drive this morning.

Josue Anival Lores-Benitez, 26, has been charged with Felony Hit and Run and No Operator’s License.

Charlotte, N.C. — A 15-year-old Garringer High School student was struck byΒ  a vehicle as she crossed the road in the 1100 block of Eastway Drive this morning.

Authorities say the student was not properly utilizing the crosswalk, and the driver did not stop to render aid.Β  The student was transported to CMC and treated for non- life threatening injuries.

Eastway Division patrol officers gathered information that led to the arrest of the driver for fleeing the scene. The name of the driver has not yet been released.