Tragedy in Livonia: Toddler Killed by Unlicensed Driver in Heartbreaking Hit-and-Run
He always made sure his sister had candy too… they were inseparable
LIVONIA, MI — A family outing meant to bring joy turned into a night of unimaginable grief for the Robinson family. A 3-year-old boy, Khalil Robinson, was struck and killed in a horrifying hit-and-run accident in Livonia, Michigan. His twin sister Khloe and their mother **Tia Robinson** were also injured but survived. Now, the community is left mourning the senseless loss of a child who had his whole life ahead of him.
The tragic incident occurred on Sunday night as the family was crossing the street after enjoying a festival and fireworks display. According to Livonia police, the driver of the vehicle that struck them, 55-year-old Tammy Sandoval, was unlicensed at the time of the crash. Her driver’s license had reportedly been suspended the previous year for refusing a roadside DUI test.
After hitting the family, Tammy fled the scene, leaving behind a shattered family and a city in shock.
He Was So Loving to His Sister
The Robinson family is now navigating a world forever changed. Khalil’s **grandmother, Regina Robinson, recounted how excited the twins were to attend the carnival. “They wanted to go have fun, see the fireworks,” she said. But what began as a joyous evening quickly descended into heartbreak.
Regina can’t comprehend how someone could leave the scene of such devastation.
“Why would anyone keep going without stopping? Trying to see if they’re okay? If they can help or save them?” she pleaded through tears.
Her grief is echoed by Khalil’s grandfather, **Michael Robinson**, who fondly remembered the sweet bond between the twins.
“If I gave Khalil a piece of candy, he would always take one for his sister too,” Michael said. “He was always looking out for her. They were each other’s world.”
Justice for Khalil
Tammy Sandoval has been charged with multiple felony counts, including:
* Operating while license suspended causing death
* Two counts of operating while license suspended causing serious injury
* Failure to stop at the scene of an accident causing serious impairment
* Failure to stop at the scene of an accident while at fault causing death
She has **pleaded not guilty** and is currently being held on a **\$600,000 bond**. Her next court appearance is scheduled for July 10.
The Robinson family, meanwhile, faces a long and painful road to healing. They’re mourning a child who was full of life, joy, and unconditional love—a boy who adored his twin sister, who lit up every room, and who should still be here.
Gone But Never Forgotten
As Livonia grieves alongside the Robinsons, one thing is clear: Khalil Robinson’s light will never be extinguished. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family, the laughter of his sister, and in the calls for justice demanding that no more children be lost to such preventable tragedies.
Rest in love, little Khalil. Your life mattered.
