A toddler is deceased tonight,— after being ran over in a Kansas City drive way!
Earlier this afternoon, KCPD officers responded to a crash near 96th Terrace and James A. Reed Road. Upon arrival, they found a toddler struck in a residential driveway.
According to police, the toddler was hit and run over by an SUV in the driveway. Tragically, the toddler was taken to the hospital but pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with the authorities.
The police suspect that the child accidentally wandered outside and the driver failed to notice them after exiting the driveway.
Sending my condolences to the family and all involved.
Da'Kari Rodriquez was loved and adored by her parents Darron and Andi Williams . Da-Kari was the second youngest of five siblings. Da'Kari was a beautiful, bright and smart two year old that was just steal your heart away and always kept a smile on her face. She was so sweet and everyone loved her, was everybody's baby! Her favorite color was blue. Her favorite toy was gabby doll house, was a daddies and mama's girl. She loved to sing her heart out and dance. Her favorite song was by forrest frank your ways are better. She would run around to keep up with up with older brother and sisters. On September7th, 2025 there lives took a devastating turn and Da'kari was accidentally struck by a car and unfortunately did not make it. Now the family faces the daunting battle of burying their own child and we all can play a vital role in helping them in this devastating time. The family thanks everyone for the calls, text and their prayers. Your support will provide a homegoing for Da'Kari please help this family give the homegoing that Dakari needs.
