A 32-year-old suspect who has evaded authorities for nearly three weeks following the alleged hit-and-run death of a skateboarding 7-year-old boy has been arrested, according to authorities.
Donald Mynatt, 32, has been wanted by the Cleveland Division of Police for leaving the scene of an accident that caused the death of the child. On Aug. 16, 7-year-old Amir Prewitt was riding his skateboard in a parking lot in the area of 16000 Lakeshore Blvd. on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio, and was allegedly hit and dragged under the suspect’s vehicle before the driver fled the scene, according to a statement from the U.S. Marshals issued on Wednesday.
The young boy was immediately taken to the hospital but later died from the injuries suffered in the hit and run incident, authorities said.
“Cleveland Police Homicide Detectives were able to identify the vehicle, a Mercedes SUV, from the incident and located it a day later, abandoned,” said the U.S. Marshals. “On August 28 Detectives issued a warrant for Donald Mynatt for leaving the scene of an accident that caused the death of the child. Members of the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force began looking for Mynatt immediately.”
After nearly three weeks of police evasion, the task force located Mynatt early Wednesday morning in an apartment building in the 4800 block of East 355th St. in Willoughby, Ohio.
“Mynatt was arrested there without incident and transported to Cleveland Police,” officials said.
“I am grateful for the collaborative efforts of our members and the United States Marshals Service in making this arrest. The loss of Amir has impacted our community and the Division of Police. Our teams have worked tirelessly investigating and following all leads to bring closure for Amir’s family. We ask the community to keep his family in your prayers,” said Chief Todd.
“Members of our task force work meticulously to find and arrest this suspect, it was clear he knew he was wanted and was doing everything he could to evade arrest. This suspect had no regard for this child’s life, and we hope this arrest will let the family begin to grieve and the justice system to begin to work for Amir,” U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott added.
The investigation into Prewitt’s death is currently ongoing.
After weeks of searching, authorities have finally made an arrest in the hit-and-run death of a 7-year-old boy. The tragic incident occurred on a quiet residential street in the early evening hours, when the young child was struck by a speeding vehicle that then fled the scene.
The hit-and-run sparked outrage and sadness in the community, as residents came together to mourn the loss of the innocent child and demand justice for his untimely death. The police launched a thorough investigation, combing through surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and following up on leads in an effort to track down the suspect responsible for the heinous crime.
After weeks of tireless work, law enforcement officials were able to identify and apprehend the individual believed to be responsible for the hit-and-run. The suspect, whose name has not been released to the public, is currently in custody and facing charges related to the incident.
The arrest has brought some closure to the grieving family of the young victim, who can now begin to process their loss and seek justice for their loved one. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, especially when they result in such tragic consequences.
The community has rallied around the family in support, offering condolences and assistance in any way they can. The incident has also sparked conversations about road safety and the need for drivers to be more cautious and responsible behind the wheel.
While nothing can bring back the young boy who lost his life in this senseless act of violence, the arrest of the suspect brings some measure of justice and closure to those affected by the tragedy. It serves as a reminder that hit-and-run incidents will not be tolerated, and that those responsible will be held accountable for their actions.
