HOUSTON \u2013 The Buruca family is devastated after losing Erick, 43, who died several days after a hit-and-run on Christmas Eve. <\/p>\n
Loved one told KPRC 2 he was struck just a block from his apartment near the intersection of Gulf Creek and South Loop East while running a quick errand, one he never returned from.<\/p>\n
Marvin Buruca, Erick\u2019s younger brother, flew in from Reno to be with the family during this difficult time.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs soon as they told me about it, I took a flight the next day because I knew my mother needed me,\u201d Marvin said.<\/p>\n
When asked about seeing each other, Marvin described it as a mix of relief, frustration and sadness.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was a good man whose main priority was taking care of our mother,\u201d Marvin said.<\/p>\n
Their mother has been struggling but trying to stay strong.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe\u2019s trying to be as hard as she can, but we\u2019ve had moments where she\u2019s broken down. I have to be strong so she doesn\u2019t see me break down,\u201d Marvin said.<\/p>\n
Buruca passed away on Dec. 27, three days after the crash.<\/p>\n
Police say the incident happened between 6:15 p.m. and 6:40 p.m. on Christmas Eve. The suspect vehicle is described only as a silver vehicle. Authorities have few leads and are asking for the public\u2019s help.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf anybody has any information about what happened or who is responsible, please let us know,\u201d Marvin said. \u201cWe want to know who caused this so we can find some closure.\u201d<\/p>\n
The family says Christmas will never be the same without Erick. Amid their grief, there is hope though, Erick was an organ donor, and his gift will help others live.<\/p>\n
Houston police are asking anyone with information to call them or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.<\/p>\n
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