The family of a 9-year-old who was injured in a hit-and-run in West Philadelphia on Saturday said they want justice for the boy.
The mother of a 9-year-old boy said her son has a long road to recovery ahead of him. NBC10’s Johnny Archer has the story. The family of a 9-year-old who was injured in a hit-and-run in West Philly on Saturday said they want justice for the boy, who has been released from the hospital, but faces a long road to recovery.
"It’s a kid, I’m very emotional. We just want the guy who did it," said Jasmine Jones, the aunt of Thomas, who has been identified by his family as the child severely injured during Saturday's hit-and-run.The incident happened at about 12:22 p.m. on Feb. 14, 2026, along the 2200 block of South 56th Street .The car involved has been described by police as a 2010 to 2013 Honda Crosstour with a bicycle rack on the roof. The car is mostly burgundy in color, but has mismatched panels.The vehicle was being driven at the time by a man who, officials said, was likely 25 to 35 years old, with short hair and a beard, police said.Thomas' mother, Kimyetta Demby, said her son is home now, but he has a broken leg and still requires surgery. "He has a broken femur, he has to get plastic surgery on his lip and he has bruises and abrasions from being dragged all over his body," Demby said.Despite his injuries, Thomas' family said the honor roll student at Mastery Charter will certainly be back to playing the sports he loves.Anyone who sees the car or has any information on it is urged to call 911 or contact the Philadelphia Police Department at 215-686-TIPS or anonymously
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