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A City Mourns: Temple University Student Killed in Hit-and-Run on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia

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Temple University is home to thousands of South Asian and Desi students who walk, ride, and commute through Philadelphia's streets every day — making this week's tragic hit-and-run on Kelly Drive a deeply felt loss for the entire community.

🚨 Honors Student Killed After Being Dragged More Than a Mile

A 20-year-old Temple University student was fatally struck by a driver in North Philadelphia in a hit-and-run incident, according to police. The suspect, driving a white SUV, fled the scene after the collision, dragging the victim under the vehicle for more than a mile. Authorities have identified the student as a victim of the crash and continue to search for the driver responsible. Police are urging the public to come forward with any information that could help solve the case. [1]

💔 Bryce Wolfe's Family Pleads for Justice After Deadly Crash

The victim has been identified as Bryce Wolfe, a 20-year-old from Luzerne County who had just completed his sophomore year at Temple University's Fox School of Business. The crash occurred around 11:15 p.m. when a white SUV attempted an illegal turn onto Reservoir Drive from Kelly Drive, crossed into Wolfe's path, and then dragged him for more than a mile before he was dislodged near Fountain Green Drive. Wolfe's parents, who rushed to a Philadelphia hospital after learning of the crash, described the scene as devastating and publicly pleaded for anyone with information to come forward. Investigators believe the SUV may have sustained damage to the driver's side and are asking local body shops to be alert for such a vehicle. [2]

Sources: [1] NBC10 Philadelphia · [2] 6abc Philadelphia

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A City Mourns: Temple University Student Killed in Hit-and-Run on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia