Serious Pedestrian Accident in West Hempstead: Elderly Woman Injured, Investigation Underway

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An 83-year-old woman was seriously injured in West Hempstead after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street, triggering an ongoing homicide squad investigation.

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The Homicide Squad is investigating a Serious Vehicular Accident involving a pedestrian that occurred on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 3:26 pm in West Hempstead.
 
According to Detectives, a female pedestrian, 83, was walking eastbound on Hempstead Turnpike crossing Nassau Boulevard when she was struck by a 2016 Dodge Ram being operated by a 36-year-old male making a left hand turn onto Nassau Boulevard.
 
As a result of the collision, the female pedestrian suffered serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital where she is currently listed in serious condition.
 
The driver remained at scene. No further injuries were reported.
 
The investigation is ongoing.