Father of 6 Killed in Hit-and-Run While Changing Tire on Highway, Police Still Searching for Suspect

A loving father of six has died in a terrifying hit-and-run accident while he was changing a flat tire on a highway in Indiana.

Authorities claim the 36-year-old dad was struck by a vehicle as he changed a tire on the side of the highway, according to the Indiana State Police.

Christopher had been working for Roto-Rooter and left the firm's office at about 9 pm after an evening job, his family shared with the outlet. One of the tires on his work van blew out while he was on his way back home. This is when the unfortunate tragedy struck, sources revealed.

The driver of the vehicle that hit Christopher has yet to be identified as the police continue looking for the suspect.