A 12-year-old boy was fatally struck by an automobile while crossing Woodfield Rd on Sunday.
According to News 12, the victim’s family says Tomas Molina was on his way to do homework with his friends when he was hit by a vehicle on Woodfield Road near Lindberg Street. He died from his injuries at the hospital.
Molina’s father, who has the name as his son, says he was so proud of his child who was smart and outgoing.
The father says he is “devastated and in pieces.”
The West Hempstead superintendent sent a letter offering condolences, saying in part: “Tomas was heading towards the honor roll. Tomas had a huge smile and was always willing to lend a hand to a classmate.”
Woodfield Road is the scene of many accidents often caused by speeding cars. That particular stretch of Woodfield Road is problematic as it curves causing a blind spot for drivers.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family pay for funeral expenses. The page has already surpassed $20,000 in donations.
