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Legend Jenkins was only 7 years old when he was struck by a car and killed while crossing the street in Gastonia, North Carolina. Legend and his 10-year-old brother reportedly attempted to cross West Hudson Boulevard outside the designated crosswalk just before 6 p.m. on May 27, 2025. A 76-year-old woman struck Legend, and first responders transported him to an area hospital. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries a short time later. Now, Legend Jenkin’s parents, Samuele Jenkins and Jessica Ivey, face charges in the boy’s death.
Queen City News reported that Samuele Jenkins and Ivey allegedly allowed the boys to walk alone, leading to Legend’s death. His parents face charges of involuntary manslaughter, felony child neglect, and misdemeanor child neglect…