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License plate reader leads to arrest after 2 boys hit, 1 killed in hit-and-run
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jason Gunn , FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News
· October 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This incident occurred on a Sunday afternoon. A vehicle struck two boys, resulting in the death of one child.
A vehicle struck two boys, resulting in the death of one child. This incident occurred on a Sunday afternoon. A driver was involved in this incident, which had severe consequences.
Further information about the incident, including the arrest of a driver, is available from the source, which reports that a license plate reader played a role in the arrest, and that the incident happened in Indianapolis.
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Category: safety ·
Published: October 5, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News ·
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