13-Year-Old on Bicycle Killed By Driver In Texas

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On December 5, at about 11:15 PM, police were called to the 3500 block of Orbit Circle where a 3rd party custodian reported that Amos Charles Lane, 51, was in violation of his conditions of release and was intoxicated. Officer Ian Fletcher responded and found Lane walking in the area of Nova Circle and Cosmos Drive. Officer Fletcher got out of his patrol vehicle and made contact with Lane. Officer Fletcher escorted Lane back to his patrol vehicle to interview him; while attempting to get Lane into the back seat, Officer Fletcher was punched multiple times in the face by Lane. Lane then fled the scene on foot toward the airport. Multiple officers from APD and the Airport responded and located Lane on airport property just southwest of Orbit Drive. He was taken into custody shortly after midnight and charged with Assault 2, Resisting, and Violation of Conditions of Release. He was taken to the Anchorage Jail with bail set at $7500 plus 3rd party custodian Officer Fletcher was taken to a local hospital where he was treated for a fracture to his left orbital bone. Officer Fletcher was released early this morning.

TEXAS — Texas Department of Public Safety Seeks Information on Fatal Hit and Run:

The Texas Department of Public Safety is asking for assistance from the public on a fatal hit and run crash that occurred at approximately 4:34 a.m. July 20. The crash occurred on IH-30 near the Titus/Morris County line at mile marker 173 in the eastbound lanes.

A 13-year-old boy was riding his bicycle east on IH-30 when he was struck by an unknown vehicle. Investigators believe the vehicle in question will have damage to the hood, windshield and right front quarter panel or any similar combination.

The department is asking area collision repair facilities to be watchful and call if a vehicle with damage described above is presented for repair.

The department is also asking anyone that may have witnessed the bicyclist or anyone with information on the crash to contact (903) 572-3616.

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