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CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
Denver teen remains hospitalized following crash involving Aurora police pursuit
A 16-year-old boy from Denver is still in the hospital, nearly five days after the driver of a stolen truck crashed into a car with four teens inside. It happened last Saturday evening as Aurora police officers were chasing the stolen truck. That pursuit moved into Denver before ending in Glendale, where the truck collided almost head-on with a teen's car near South Cherry Street and Leetsdale Drive. "The truck made an impact where my son was sitting," said Ingrid Shea, mother of Kaelen, who remains hospitalized at Denver Health. Kaelen Shea Ingrid Shea Shea explained that her son was sitting in the back passenger seat when the collision happened. Kaelen and his friends had just finished a day-long ultimate frisbee tournament and were on their way to a community pool. Holding back tears, Shea described her son's injuries. "My son came into the ER with multiple brain bleeds, a broken jaw, and his sinus bones are fractured," she said. Since he was admitted, Kaelen's parents have barely left his hospital bedside. Along with fear for her son's well-being, Shea is questioning Aurora's pursuit policy, which was updated earlier this year to include stolen vehicles and DUI drivers. "I don't understand how a 12-minute police chase gets to happen in a populated area for a non-violent crime," Shea said. "That's what's not okay. It's not okay for my family, my child, and it shouldn't be okay for anybody else's." Aurora police shared a statement about the pursuit-turned-crash with CBS Colorado, which reads in part: "We know from experience that suspects who drive stolen vehicles are often involved in other criminal activity. If not apprehended, they continue to pose a serious threat to public safety. That's why our officers work every day to stop further victimization and prevent additional harm." Ingrid Shea CBS "I understand all of that," Shea said, "I'm obviously dealing with the ramifications of it." Still, Kaelen's mother believes something else could've been done to stop the driver of the stolen truck, who could've easily killed her son. "There could've been four funerals that we were planning Sunday morning," she said, adding the other three teens have minor injuries, but it's still not clear when her child will leave the ICU. "I can't speak to all [Aurora Police] policies, but I think they need to be examined." As for the driver of the reported stolen truck, 26-year-old Michael Freyta has a lengthy criminal history. He has previously been arrested on charges for motor vehicle theft, ID theft, fraud as well as forgery. Freyta allegedly failed to maintain his status on the sex offender registry for Adams County, too, according to Aurora Police. Michael Guadalupe Freyta Aurora Police Department "This incident was caused by a criminal suspect, Michael Freyta, who was driving a confirmed stolen vehicle and chose not to stop when officers attempted to contact him. His decision to flee, instead of pulling over for our officer, led to this crash," said APD. "The Aurora Police Department remains committed to holding criminals accountable," they continued. "When individuals like Michael Freyta repeatedly choose to break the law, our responsibility is to act decisively to protect our community from further violence and danger." The Shea Family has set up a fundraiser to help with their son's medical bills, which will continue to add up as he will likely have future rehab for his traumatic brain injury.
CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
North Texas teen critically injured while playing "Senior Assassin" game dies
Criminal charges won't be filed after "Senior Assassin" game left teen on life support, police say Criminal charges won't be filed after "Senior Assassin" game left teen on life support, police say Criminal charges won't be filed after "Senior Assassin" game left teen on life support, police say The North Texas teen who was critically injured while playing a viral game has died, according to a family member. Isaac Leal, 17, had been on life support at an Arlington hospital for over a month and a half after falling off the back of a vehicle while playing "Senior Assassin." The Tarrant County Medical Examiner's report states he died from "blunt force injury" to his head on Monday morning. The Arlington Police Department said Leal was riding on the back of a Jeep Wrangler through a residential neighborhood during the game on April 21. Shortly after the Jeep made a turn, Leal fell off the vehicle and was injured. The driver of the Jeep reportedly called 911, and when EMS arrived, Leal was unconscious. The teen was transported to the hospital, where he was placed on life support. A video of the incident shows the teen and the students showing the before and after of the fall. APD said after an investigation, there was no evidence to support claims that the driver of the Jeep was driving recklessly at the time or intentionally was trying to hurt Leal. No charges will be filed in the case. Leal's family was hopeful for a recovery In May 2025, CBS News Texas spoke with Lael's family as he remained on life support. They said he showed signs of responsiveness. "Our kid is a fighter," his father, Jose Leal, said. He shared that his son moved his legs on command. "We see certain characteristics, like a smile or we see tears coming down his eyes," he said. "You know, those are the things that we're looking at. That gives us hope." Baseball team honors Leal's memory Leal was a pitcher for the 2025 South Grand Prairie Baseball team, which shared a photo of Leal along with a message on social media Monday. "We are heartbroken," the post said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and teammates. #7Strong | "
CBS News
3 days ago
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- CBS News
Santa Rosa Police investigating late-night crash that injured teen
Santa Rosa Police said they are investigating a crash that injured a teen on Saturday night. The crash happened around 10:20 p.m. at the intersection of College Avenue and Beaver Street. Police said they received several 911 calls about the crash, and one of the calls was from the driver who told them the teen was still lying in the roadway. First responders found the unconscious teen on the westbound lanes of College Avenue. He was taken to a trauma center with life-threatening injuries and was later taken to a different Bay Area trauma center. The driver, whose identity police said they will not yet be releasing, stayed at the scene and cooperated. Police said she told officers that she was driving westbound on College Avenue and that she hit the teen when she got near the Beaver Street Intersection. She told officers that he had entered the roadway from the north side of College Avenue, police said. Neither alcohol nor drugs appeared to be a factor in the crash, according to police. Investigators are looking for surveillance video in the area and are trying to find out if the 14-year-old was in the crosswalk at the time of the crash. Police said the teen may have been with someone else at the time of the crash and was possibly riding a skateboard.
BBC News
14-05-2025
- BBC News
Pedestrian, 13, seriously hurt in Long Eaton crash
A teenage boy is being treated for "serious" injuries after being hit by a Police said the 13-year-old was struck by a Ford Ranger in Nelson Street, Long Eaton, at about 08:00 BST on driver, a man in his 30s, has been arrested in connection with the child was taken to hospital for treatment, added the force.
Free Malaysia Today
06-05-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Police hunt driver in Bukit Katil hit-and-run accident
Melaka Tengah police chief Christopher Patit said the teenager suffered minor injuries to her legs and hands, while her brother sustained a puncture wound to the right side of his forehead. (Melaka Tengah police Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA : Police are tracking down the driver involved in a hit-and-run accident that injured a teenage motorcyclist and her eight-year-old brother on their way home from school in Bukit Katil, Melaka, yesterday. Melaka Tengah police chief Christopher Patit said the incident occurred at around 1.30pm after the 17-year-old girl picked up her younger brother from SK Demang Hussin. 'The victim was riding her motorcycle along the left lane heading towards Duyong when a car with an unknown registration number suddenly struck them from behind, causing both to fall,' Bernama reported him as saying. The collision occurred shortly after they left the school area, during heavy traffic, as many parents were present to pick up their children. Patit said the teenager suffered minor injuries and bruises to her legs and hands, while her brother sustained a puncture wound to the right side of his forehead, facial cuts and swelling around the eye. Both victims were treated at Melaka Hospital.
