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A Pedestrian is Killed in Bensonhurst

A pedestrian was run down and killed by the driver of a massive 2019 Chevy Tahoe on Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst on Wednesday night.
A Pedestrian is Killed in Bensonhurst
File photo: Gersh Kuntzman

A pedestrian was run down and killed by the driver of a massive 2019 Chevy Tahoe on Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst on Wednesday night.

The driver was heading west on Cropsey at around 6:10 p.m. when he or she ran over the 77-year-old victim, who was crossing the avenue midblock near Bay 32nd Street, according to the police, who provided no further details.

The driver remained on the scene. Police say they are still investigating. The victim’s name was not released.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Photo of Gersh Kuntzman
Tabloid legend Gersh Kuntzman has been with New York newspapers since 1989, including stints at the New York Daily News, the Post, the Brooklyn Paper and even a cup of coffee with the Times. He's also the writer and producer of "Murder at the Food Coop," which was a hit at the NYC Fringe Festival in 2016, and “SUV: The Musical” in 2007. He also writes the Cycle of Rage column, which is archived here.

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