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Florida convenience store owner Kavan Vishnubhai Patel, 32, is facing a second-degree murder charge after police say he intentionally ran over a 14-year-old boy he believed had burglarized his store.
Hunter Russey was found critically injured in a ditch last Tuesday after being struck while riding an e-bike. His family removed him from life support Saturday, and he later died.
Police say Patel reported a possible burglary but allegedly chased Hunter, struck him at about 30 mph, and left without notifying officers or seeking help. An arrest affidavit says Patel admitted intentionally hitting the teenager, saying he was angry and knew he should have called police.
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Authorities have not confirmed whether Hunter attempted to enter the store. Patel is being held without bond.
Hunter’s family plans to donate his organs.