Helina Dirba, 14, dies after being struck by hit-and-run driver on W. Michigan Ave. in Eaton County, Michigan

Modified Date:

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 7:44pm

Accident Date:

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

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Witnesses told police a dark colored car was driving westbound when it hit the teen who was crossing over Michigan Ave. The suspect then left the scene of the crash. 6 News has learned that the teen is a freshman at Waverly High School.

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GoFundMe: In Loving Memory of Helina Dirba

Helina Dirba was hit by a car while walking to school on October 28. She tragically died from her injuries 2 days later. Helina is the daughter of one of our nursing students at Lansing Community College. The nursing students and faculty are asking that you please support and pray for the family of Helina Dereba as they go through this very sad and difficult time. The family would like to take her home to Ethiopia for her final rest. Even the smallest of donations will help with expenses.

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Type: Pedestrian Accident

Topics:

Children/Minors Involved, Hit and Run, Unlicensed Driver/Suspended License

People Involved:

Helina Dirba

Hector Arroyo

Roadway:

West Michigan Avenue

County:

Eaton County, MI

Area:

Lansing, MI