Shantrelle Osborne, 21, was struck by a hit and run driver in the 3300-block of Naaman School Rd Thursday night. She lay injured near the road until a passing driver noticed a purse in the roadway and stopped to investigate. The driver heard Shantelle's moans and called 9-1-1 about 10 pm.   Shantrelle had received severe injuries and was transported to Baylor Hospital in Dallas in critical condition. She died the next afternoon.   Investigators believe she was walking west and was struck by an east-bound vehicle. Although there was some evidence at the scene, investigators do not currently know the make or model of the vehicle.   Garland Police are asking that anyone with information about the incident, the driver, or the vehicle to call Garland Crime Stoppers. Information can be given anonymously. A cash reward is also being offered for information that leads to the an arrest. Call (972) 272-8477.

Area close to scene of hit and run

 

Shantrelle Osborne

Purse on roadway

Scene on Naaman School Rd by day

 
I do hope there is someone that can help solve this horrible crime. If you have any information, please call Crime Stoppers.
 

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Comment from: Richard Bach [Visitor]

This is sad. I hope the driver is found. However, this tragedy points out that our cities are not pedestrian friendly. Unfortunately streets are just designed for cars these days. Many streets are terrifying for pedestrians: think Garland Rd & 190 by Target, Walmart and Sam's Club. Roads like Naaman School and Brand Rd. don't even have sidewalks. We need to make streets pedestrian and bicycle friendly to reduce the probabilities of these type of tragedies happening in the future.

12/09/09 @ 22:17

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