Cameron Lewis, 5, his grandmother, Tameca Williams-Lewis, and other family members had wrapped up their 4th of July visit with family members in Tampa, and were returning to Doe Run, Georgia Monday.

The family stopped at a gas station on Fowler Avenue to fuel up for their return trip, and unknown to everyone, Cameron had gotten out of the Lincoln Town Car he was riding in, and walked behind an SUV heading toward the gas station’s store.

According to Tampa Police, the driver of the SUV, Chavillia Jefferson, 34, had finished fueling her SUV, and was backing out of her space when she hit Cameron.

Cameron was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead from his injuries.

Police said it does not appear any charges will be filed against Jefferson, but their investigation into the tragedy is continuing.

“We’re putting together a candlelight fundraiser to raise the money for his funeral. We have an account set up at a local bank.”

Luke Strong and Son Mortuary in Moultrie, Georgia, is assisting the family at this time, and anyone wishing to contact the Lewis family can call (229) 890-1717.[private]

According to a family member, Cameron enjoyed the trip to Tampa and the cookout with his relatives. He was also excited about starting school in August.
An aunt in Georgia said the entire family is still trying to get over his untimely death.

Cameron’s mother, Miyakia Lewis, said this was his first trip to Tampa. “He was really looking forward to it. All he talked about since the school year ended was going to the beach.”

“Cameron enjoyed playing, and pretending he was a police officer. He’d tell you he was placing you under arrest, tell you to put your hands behind your back, and pretended he was handcuffing you. I guess he wanted to be a police officer. He loved riding his bicycle and really loved the outdoors.”

Family members said they would like Ms. Jefferson to attend the services for Cameron. Cameron has five siblings.[/private]