Man arrested for hit-and-run that killed 4 year old, critically injured 2

INDIANAPOLIS - An Indianapolis man was arrested after allegedly leaving the scene of a crash that killed a 4-year-old child and critically injured two adults.




Danny Wimbleduff, 22, was charged with the following:

• Reckless Homicide





• Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death





• Leaving the scene of an accident involving catastrophic injuries





• Leaving the scene of an accident involving serious bodily injury.

"I am heartbroken by the loss of Alan Marcelo Salas-Garcia, and my deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, and all who loved him. No arrest can bring back a life so tragically cut short, and I know this is far from closure. But I hope this step brings some measure of comfort, knowing the individual responsible is no longer freely walking our streets," said Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Chief, Chris Bailey.

IMPD Southeast District officers were dispatched to S. State Ave. and E. Raymond St. on Wednesday, May 7, at approximately 9 p.m. on a report of a personal injury accident.




Upon arrival, law enforcement located a crash involving two vehicles and a bicyclist pulling a bike trailer. The minor was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two individuals, one woman and one man, were transported to area hospitals in critical condition.




Authorities learned from witnesses that the suspect was driving a Dodge Charger and had fled the area on foot, according to IMPD. The officers canvassed the location, but suspended the search after the suspect was unable to be found.




As the investigation continued, crews were able to determine Wimbleduff as the suspect. He was arrested on Tuesday.




"I want to thank the dedicated officers and detectives who worked day and night to identify this individual and bring him into custody," Bailey said. "My thoughts remain with the other two victims and their families, whose lives have also been forever changed by this tragic incident."




This is an active investigation. Information will be updated as it becomes available.





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