12-Year-Old Boy Fatally Struck by Vehicle in South Charleston
A 12-year-old boy, Hunter Combs, was killed after being struck by a car while walking with friends at an intersection in South Charleston, West Virginia.
Portland, OR, September 22, 2026 —
A tragic incident in South Charleston, West Virginia, has resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy. Hunter Combs was fatally struck by a vehicle while walking with friends at an intersection.
The circumstances surrounding the accident, including the specific date, time, and the exact intersection where the collision occurred, were not immediately available. Details regarding the driver of the vehicle, the make and model of the car, and the specific sequence of events leading to the incident have also not been publicly disclosed at this time.
Authorities are investigating the incident. However, the status of any investigation, including whether any citations were issued or charges are pending, was not provided in the available information. The name of the driver involved in the collision has not been released.
Hunter Combs was reportedly walking with friends at the time he was struck by the car. Information regarding the immediate aftermath of the incident, such as emergency response or transport to a medical facility, was also not specified.
The South Charleston Police Department is expected to provide further details as the investigation progresses. The lack of specific details from the initial report means that many questions regarding the accident remain unanswered. The investigation will likely seek to establish the cause of the collision and determine any contributing factors.
Story summarized from the original created by WSAZ News Staff, Abbey Lord, Addie Smith, Gray News staff on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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