Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Bike Ride Ends Life of Carriere 13-year-old

CARRIERE (Miss.) -- A tragic accident claimed the life of 13-year-old Gabriel Lossett on Tuesday night.



Gabriel died at Highland Community Hospital after he was struck by a vehicle when his bicycle swerved into oncoming traffic, according to Pearl River County Coroner Derek Turnage. He said the accident occurred on Old Highway 11 about 9:35 p.m. May 3.


Sheriff's Deputy Chief Shane Tucker said the death appeared to be a tragic accident, and no charges have been filed at this time against the driver of the vehicle. However, a blood sample was taken from the driver and sent to the state crime lab.


The Mississippi Highway Patrol will continue to investigate.


News report obtained from WLOX-TV 13 website.





















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