DCF investigating death of autistic Collier teen

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FORT MYERS, Fla. – The state Department of Children and Families is investigating the death of a 12-year-old killed last week after he was hit by a dump truck in Collier County.

Nicholas Pearo was hit by the vehicle on Immokalee Road near Northbrooke Drive just before 5 a.m. Wednesday.

Pearo darted into the road and directly into the path of the dump truck, investigators said.

Officials believe Pearo managed to leave his home while his family was sleep.

The 54-year-old driver was not injured nor will he face any charges, authorities said.

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