Local media will be getting around to more reporting on this tragedy today . . . Here's the aftermath following an outpouring of community support and more than $100,000 donated via online fundraising.
Several TKC readers noted the death but here's confirmation from a JoCo elected official . . .
Gregg Riess, Overland Park Councilman wrote last night: "We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Duke Ommert. Duke is the 4th grader struck while riding an electric scooter in Leawood."
Updated . . .
Duke Ommert died at a hospital, where he was being treated for critical injuries since the night of Monday, Oct. 13, when he was hit by a driver in the area of West 103rd Street and Lee Boulevard.
The driver remained on the scene and has not been named by police.
"Duke was a young man with a love of sports, his friends, and his family," Leawood police said. "Our thoughts and deep condolences are with the Ommert family and friends during this difficult time."
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
GoFundMe: Prayers and Support for Duke Ommert
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