PHILADELPHIA -- Police have identified the 13-year-old who was struck and killed by a SEPTA bus in South Philadelphia.According to police, Nicholas Ritter and a second juvenile were standing in the middle of the street on their separate bikes. One of the juveniles was able to move out of the way.
Police said the bus driver applied the brakes and attempted to swerve out of the way, but was unsuccessful and hit Ritter.SEPTA released the following statement to Action News: "SEPTA's thoughts are with the family, friends and other loved ones who are dealing with an unimaginable loss. SEPTA is committed to fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation into this incident."
Wow the kid went to my school and he was a great friend
Thank you for correcting the headline to the correct conviction. I see you also deleted it from the 6abc Morning Update emails that are sent out! Good for you!!
Kim Potter was convicted in December of both first-degree and second-degree manslaughter in the April 11 killing of Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist. WHY ARE YOU THAN HEADLINING THAT SHE WILL BE SENTENCED FOR FIRST DEGREE MURDER? SHE WAS CONVICTED OF MANSLAUGHTER?
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