Peyton Williams Obituary, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Peyton Williams, 10, has died following injuries sustained in a hit-and-run crash in Miami-Dade County on September 9. Her death came one day after she was struck while riding an e-bike with her 15-year-old brother, Wilbrent Bain.
The crash happened near the intersection of Northwest Seventh Avenue and Northwest 117th Street, where the siblings were riding together when they were struck by a vehicle. According to investigators, the driver left the scene without stopping to provide assistance.
Both children were transported to a hospital after the collision. Peyton succumbed to her injuries the following day. Her brother, Wilbrent, survived the crash but sustained serious injuries and required medical treatment.
The fatal collision prompted an investigation by the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Homicide Unit. Investigators worked to identify the vehicle and determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and the driver’s actions after the collision.
According to information provided about the investigation, authorities obtained video showing a driver stopping a short distance from the crash site and inspecting damage to the passenger side of a silver 2012 Nissan Versa. Investigators allege the driver did not return to assist the injured children.
The investigation later identified Arick Metayer, 33, as the alleged driver. Authorities said Metayer took the Nissan Versa to a salvage yard the day after the crash. Investigators also reportedly learned that he discussed the collision with a friend before retaining an attorney and eventually turning himself in.
Metayer was arrested on September 28, more than two weeks after Peyton’s death. The reported charges include leaving the scene of a crash involving a death, leaving the scene of a crash involving serious bodily injury, and tampering with physical evidence. Further details about the court proceedings and status of the charges were not provided in the available information.
Peyton Williams’ death has left a young life cut short following a devastating collision. She will be remembered in connection with the loved ones and community members affected by her passing, while her brother continues to recover from the serious injuries he suffered in the crash. Condolences go to everyone mourning Peyton’s loss.
