Eduardo Romero Flores: Family of Texas boy, 15, fatally hit by semi-truck seeks help with funeral costs
LIVINGSTON, TEXAS: The family of a 15-year-old boy who was killed by an 18-wheeler semi-truck as he was getting off his school bus in front of his home in Livingston, Texas, on Thursday, December 7, are seeking donations for his funeral expenses.
Eduardo Romero Flores's family has set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for his funeral as "unexpected costs" have come their way following the tragedy.
Family remembers Eduardo Romero Flores as a happy boy with many dreams
The GoFundMe page created by Alejandra Posada and Yared Banda, who described Eduardo as their brother, sought help with funeral costs on the fundraiser.
They wrote, “On 12/7/23, our 15 year-old brother Eduardo Romero Flores was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler as he was exiting his school bus in front of our home."
"His sudden death has shaken and broken our family. Eduardo was a happy boy who had many dreams and aspirations and we will all miss him dearly. Asking for the donations, they wrote, We humbly ask for your assistance in raising funds for the unexpected cost that are coming our way...," they wrote.
They also thanked their supporters and asked for prayers during this difficult time.
“We appreciate all of your support and prayers during this difficult time for our families. Thank you and God bless you all," the fundraiser added.
Driver of the semi-truck Gregory Jackson charged with criminal negligent homicide
The driver of the semi-truck that hit Eduardo in his driveway when he was exiting the school bus was identified as 41-year-old Gregory Jackson, KPRC reported.
He has been charged with criminal negligent homicide and is being held in Polk County Jail in Livingston. His bond has been set at $250,000, People reports.
ABC13 reported that bus was northbound when it stopped in the outside lane with its flashing red lights and stop sign extended to drop off a student. The Texas Department of Public Safety said on X that the crash happened on US Route 59 when the school bus was stopped and the semi-truck rear-ended a Toyota behind it.
Troopers are investigating a fatal crash involving a Livingston ISD bus on US 59 north of Livingston.
— TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) December 8, 2023
Sadly, we can confirm a 15-year-old student was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler as the child was leaving the bus.
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The semi-truck then veered into Eduardo’s driveway where he was exiting the bus. He died at the scene of the crash. Jackson and the Toyota driver which was driven by a 28-year-old woman from Lufkin did not receive any injuries during the crash.
School district offers condolences after Eduardo Romero Flores' tragic death
Livingston Independent School District released a statement following Eduardo’s death. In a statemet to a publication the school wrote, “Our district lost a member of its family."
They further stated, "At times like this, we are reminded how precious life can be and how fragile each life truly is. It is sad when our district loses a member of its family."
The statement added, "It is even more tragic when such a young life is taken away from us. We extend our thoughts and sincere condolences to family and friends.” The district also said it would provide counselors to “listen and help any students needing assistance.”
The fundraiser had raised over $16,000 from 319 donators by Monday, December 11.
