How To Support Northport Teen Struck By Car

The sister of the 14-year-old boy who was struck by a car in front of Northport High School has created a donation page to help with her brother's road to recovery.

Miles Lerner was headed to cross country practice on when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Northport High School employee at 8:06 a.m. on Tuesday. Lerner is currently in pediatric intensive care, where he is being treated for severe injuries, according to the Fundrazr donation page. Lerner would have started school on Thursday.

On the donation page, his sister writes:

My name is Ayla Lerner, and my younger brother is Miles. Miles is an athletic and energetic 14 year-old boy who was supposed to start high school this Thursday. To give you a sense of his energy level, Miles participated in a 3-week bike tour this past summer and biked 55-75 miles a day while carrying his belongings on the back of a bike. Miles was super excited to begin his high school journey as a member of the Northport XC Running Team and Freshman Choir.

The driver of the vehicle, Janet Aliperti, was arrested and charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operation while registration is suspended and uninsured vehicle.

On the donation page, Ayla Lerner adds:

The media has reported that the driver who hit him is uninsured which adds an element of financial strain. I am creating this page because I know many people would want to help my brother in his time of need. This applies to those of us lucky enough to know him, and those who would love him if they knew him like I do.

Approximately $35,000 has been raised as of Wednesday night. Donate here to contribute to Miles Lerner's recovery.

Image via East Northport Fire Department on Facebook