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Teen dies from injuries after being hit by car while riding his bike

Posted at 6:37 AM, Nov 17, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-17 06:43:19-05

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. -- We've learned a teen hit while riding his bike in Port Charlotte has died after being taken off life support.

13-year-old Dylan Rose was riding his bike Wednesday night on Dorchester Street near Kearney Avenue when he was hit by a car from behind

Thursday night, dozens honored him at a vigil at Conway Park.

Florida Highway Patrol has charges pending against the driver, 80-year-old Joshua Salazar.

Loved ones have set up a "Prayers for Dylan Rose" Facebook page.