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The unidentified driver backed into Saniah Moore outside of Excel Academy South on Wednesday, Sept. 28 around 1:55 p.m., according to city police and Moore's family. Saniah was taken to Albert Einstein Medical Center where she was pronounced dead at 2:25 p.m., authorities said.
The driver was a student in the school, who police say was arrested and cooperating.
The Philadelphia School District released the following statement:
"We’re deeply saddened by the loss of one of our students who passed away earlier this week as the result of an automobile accident. This is a difficult time for our school community and our hearts are broken for the students and families involved.
"We are taking steps to help our community through this tragedy and remain committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment where students can realize their full potential."
A GoFundMe campaign was launched by Saniah's aunt, Corrine Sollenberger. Saniah is survived by her 7-month-old daughter, London.
"Saniah was a loving mother, daughter and sister," the campaign reads. "She was the mother hen of the house. Saniah was far from perfect but perfect to us. Saniah leaves behind her beautiful 7 month old daughter London who deserves the world."
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