Cape Coral Police are investigating a serious injury crash that sent one 8-year old female to the hospital.

On March 25, 2019, around 6:18 am, Cape Coral Police responded to a call for service in reference to a hit and run traffic crash at the corner of NE 3rd Ave and NE 19th Ter.

The child was taken to a local hospital where she succumbed to her wounds. The next-of-kin has been notified of the child involved in the Hit and Run. The child is identified as Layla Aiken, W/F, DOB: 01/22/2011.

A Major Crash Investigator, Victim Advocate, Forensics, and a Drug Recognition Expert responded to assist with this investigation. A Ping4alerts! was sent, warning drivers and residents of the traffic hazard.

This investigation is still active and any other details will be published as soon as there is confirmed accurate information.