A violent and tragic incident occurred in the town of Livonia, Michigan, on Sunday night, June 30, 2025, as a family lost a 3-year-old boy, Khalil Robinson, in a hit-and-run accident. His twin sister, Khloe, and his mother, Tia Robinson, were seriously wounded and are still at the hospital. It happened, the family was on their way home from the Livonia Spree, a community festival that takes place yearly near Merriman and Lyndon roads.
A 47-year-old Mount Morris woman believed to be the driver of the vehicle was arrested the next day in Mid-Michigan when police located a vehicle that was consistent with the vehicle involved. As the community is left reeling, the family is left to mourn the loss of a child described as happy, loving, and full of life.
A Night of Celebration, Then Outrage
Twins’ grandmother, Regina Robinson, said that the family had just gone out to have fun at the carnival and fireworks. “All they wanted to do was have fun,” she said, her voice full of mourning. The outing was supposed to be a cheerful evening, a celebration of summer and family togetherness. But in one tragic moment, everything changed.
As they were making their way home from the celebration, a car hit all three of them — Khalil, his sister, Khloe, and their mother. The driver took off without even stopping to help or see if anyone was injured inside the wrecked car. For the family and those who witnessed the aftermath, the act seemed not only negligent but inhumane.
A Life Taken Too Soon
Little Khalil succumbed to his injuries just hours after the crash. His grandfather, Michael Robinson, talked of Khalil’s gentle nature and his close relationship with his twin sister. He would bring her candy whenever she got a piece from me,” he said. “He was always concerned about his sister.’ The grandparents recalled stories about Khalil’s love of music and dancing, and thought of him as a child “who brought energy and happiness with him wherever he went.”
“He was a dancing little boy,” Michael said, smiling through tears. “Whenever music would come on, he would start dancing. He was his special little child.”
Family’s Pain and Plea for Justice
Khalil Robinson grandparents are facing their first full-blown family tragedy after the incident. Michael acknowledged that he did not know what to do next, adding, “This is the first day of many long days coming.
Their pain is made worse by the fact that the driver fled the accident. Regina spoke to what many were expressing in the aftermath of the calamity. “Who would just keep going, not stop to see if they’re O.K.?” she asked. “Can they help? Can they save them, instead of just driving away and pretending they didn’t hit anyone?”
The pain is raw and magnified by a feeling of injustice. Hit-and-runs are especially galling for the harm they do, and then the abandonment that comes after. The Robinson family’s anguish booms through their calls for accountability.
Arrest Made, Investigation Ongoing
Police in Livonia say they found the car and the suspect in less than 24 hours after the crash. The suspect has not been publicly identified, and charges will be forthcoming as the investigation unfolds. Tips from the public and rapid police work were credited for the speed of the arrest, authorities said.
Other people in the community have already started storming to help the Robinson family and demand better enforcement of hit-and-run laws. And while we still don’t have all the answers, our priority is finding justice for Khalil and providing his family the support they need.
Remembering Khalil
The short life of Khalil Robinson had an impact on many. Happy, loving, and always dancing to music, he will be remembered for his smiles, laughs, and unconditional love for his sister. His death has sent shock waves through Livonia and beyond, reminding folks that you never know when time is up and that every moment is precious in ways we often overlook.
While the community is reeling from the unfathomable tragedy of the loss of this young boy, I know that Khalil’s family will cling tightly to the memories of this little boy who danced every chance he got, whose heart was as big as his smile.
