How Hit-and-Run Drivers Get Off Scot-Free: They Tell NYPD “It Wasn’t Me”
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Evading consequences for running someone down and driving away is that simple.
Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Traffic Justice
Drivers Who Killed Madison Lyden Have Little to Fear From Cy Vance, Bill de Blasio, and NYPD
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A woman is dead because of the actions of two drivers, and the agencies responsible for driver safety are doing next to nothing in response.
Motorist Who Killed Senior in Queens Crosswalk Pleads to Violating Victim’s Right of Way
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For killing Toolia Rambarose, 70, with a van in Richmond Hill last February, Kazim Mohammed was fined $50. His driving privileges were not interrupted.
Driver Who Killed Manhattan Cyclist Kelly Hurley Pleads to Violating Her Right of Way
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Contrary to initial NYPD victim-blaming, evidence revealed that Hurley was cycling lawfully when Kyung Hyun killed her with a box truck.
Five Weeks Later, Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez Hasn’t Charged the Driver Who Killed 4-Year-Old Luz Gonzalez and Left the Scene
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More than 50,000 people have signed the "Justice for Luz Gonzalez" petition.
Bronx Driver Who Killed Heather Lough Pleads to Reckless Driving in Exchange for Wrist Tap
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Robert Owens's plea arrangement with District Attorney Darcel Clark resulted in a nominal fine and a brief interruption of his driving privileges.