Tragedy Strikes in West Hempstead: Homicide Squad Probes Fatal Collision as Elderly Pedestrian Loses Life

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In a tragic incident in West Hempstead, an elderly female pedestrian lost her life in a fatal collision with a 2019 Hyundai SUV, prompting an investigation by the Homicide Squad.

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The Homicide Squad is investigating a Fatal Vehicular Accident involving a pedestrian that occurred on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 6:47 a.m. in West Hempstead.
 
According to Detectives, a female pedestrian was crossing Cornwell Avenue at the intersection of Wildwood Road when she was struck by a 2019 Hyundai SUV traveling eastbound on Cornwell Avenue operated by a 19-year-old male. The driver remained at scene. The elderly female was pronounced at scene by Police Medics. The investigation is ongoing.