The heartbroken parents of 12-year-old Keaton Slater are pleading for justice after their son was tragically killed in a hit-and-run incident on Radford Road last Friday. The grieving family is now urging the public to come forward with any information that could help identify the suspect.
The Tragic Incident
Keaton Slater lost his life after being struck by a car at approximately 16:30 on June 14. The driver fled the scene, leaving the young boy critically injured. Despite emergency responders’ efforts, Keaton succumbed to his injuries.
The Search for Dolars Aleksanders
Authorities are working tirelessly to locate Dolars Aleksanders, a 21-year-old man wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The police have been combing through evidence and conducting interviews to piece together the events leading up to the tragic accident.
A Heartfelt Plea
Keaton’s parents, Louise and Clint, along with his brothers Kai (13) and Keanu (17), have made a direct appeal to the public. Louise tearfully expressed, “We were a family of five, and now we’re a family of four. Our lives will never be the same again. Please, if anyone knows anything about the suspect’s whereabouts, come forward.”
Keanu, Keaton’s older brother, shared his grief: “I’ll never see him joke around with us again or watch him grow up. He meant the world to us—a best friend, a little brother, and now an angel.”
School Pays Tribute
Keaton attended Cardinal Newman Catholic School in Keresley, Coventry. Headteacher Emma O’Connor described him as a popular student with a wonderful sense of humour. “Keaton’s fun-loving nature left a lasting impact on everyone he met,” she said. The school community mourns his loss and remembers his infectious smile.
Ongoing Investigation
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit continues its work, urging anyone with dash-cam footage from the area to come forward. Additionally, a black BMW found abandoned in New Arley has been seized for forensic examination.
If you have information related to this case, please call 999 immediately, quoting log 3407 of June 14. Alternatively, you can email [email protected] or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.
