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NYPD Seeks Driver After 75-Year-Old Woman Is Killed in Sunset Park Hit-and-Run

Investigators say a silver SUV ran a red light at 41st Street and Seventh Avenue.

The driver was headed north on Seventh Ave. in Sunset Park when the victim, Judith Byron, 75, tried to cross the street at 41st St., cops said. Byron had the walk signal, and the driver went through a steady red light, hitting her and knocking her to the pavement, cops said. (Google)
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Overview

  • The victim was identified as Judith Byron, 75, who was struck Saturday night and later died at Maimonides Medical Center.
  • Police say the collision occurred around 9:30–9:35 p.m. as Byron crossed at 41st Street and Seventh Avenue, and the vehicle fled north on Seventh Avenue.
  • Investigators believe a silver SUV was speeding and ran the red light; one report says Byron had the walk signal.
  • No arrests have been made, and the NYPD is asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
  • Neighbors created a growing memorial at the corner as family and residents mourned her loss, with the case underscoring ongoing street-safety concerns even as officials report fewer traffic deaths this year.