Driver fatally strikes toddler on Cook Road
HOUSTON, TX – According to KTRK, a driver struck and killed a toddler on the 21000 block of Cook Road on Sunday.
The 18-month-old girl was outside a trailer with her mom, Morgan Ottiger, 31, when Ottiger fell asleep. Ottiger’s boyfriend, Carmen Link, 41, allegedly ran over the toddler as he was pulling into the driveway around 12:30 p.m.
Following the collision, the couple did not call 911 right away.
Authorities arrested Ottiger for child endangerment. Link was arrested for open felony warrants for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and theft.
Bonds have not been set for Ottiger or Link.
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