Fatal Hit-and-Run Incidents in Queens
Florin Stoian was extradited from Germany on July 31, 2026, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on August 14, 2022, in Queens that killed a 74-year-old pedestrian. As of July 31, 2026, multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents continue to be investigated or have led to arrests in Queens. Darius Adams, 28, was indicted on manslaughter and other charges on July 25, 2026, for the March 11, 2026, death of Suzanne Schmieder, while Boubacar Barry, 29, was arrested on June 28, 2026, for a June 26, 2026, incident that killed a 16-year-old girl and injured her 8-year-old sister. Other incidents include the death of a 45-year-old woman on December 26, 2024, two men on a scooter on May 1, 2024, and a 36-year-old cyclist, Amanda Servedio, on June 8, 2026.
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August 2026 — 1 developments
Fatal Hit-and-Run in Queens; Man Indicted for Manslaughter in Separate Crash
Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on August 1, 2026, in Corona, Queens, where a woman was struck by a dark-colored SUV and the driver fled the scene. Separately, Dawood Faisal was indicted for manslaughter on May 25, 2026, following a three-car crash that killed Cara Trager and injured her husband.
July 2026 — 4 developments
Queens Hit-and-Run Incidents: Extradition, Fatalities Reported in Separate Cases
Florin Stoian was extradited from Germany in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on August 14, 2022, that killed a 74-year-old pedestrian. Separately, a 45-year-old woman was killed in a suspected hit-and-run in South Jamaica on December 26, 2024. Additionally, two men riding a scooter died in a Queens hit-and-run on May 1, 2024, after being struck by a silver Volkswagen hatchback.
Bronx Man Indicted for Fatal Queens Hit-and-Run on March 11
Bronx man Darius Adams, 28, has been indicted on manslaughter and other charges in connection with the March 11 fatal hit-and-run of Suzanne Schmieder. Prosecutors allege Adams was driving in a bus-only lane and struck Schmieder while swerving around a stopped MTA bus. Adams faces charges including second-degree manslaughter and leaving the scene of an incident without reporting.
Man Arraigned for Fatal Queens Hit-and-Run
Darius Adams was arraigned on July 23, 2026, on charges including manslaughter and leaving the scene for the death of Suzanne Schmieder. Schmieder was struck and killed on Jamaica Avenue in March 2026. Adams allegedly fled the scene and later contacted police, reporting a medical episode.
Fatal Collision on Grand Central Parkway Kills One, Injures Two
A fatal collision occurred on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens on July 17, 2026, resulting in the death of a 28-year-old driver and injuries to two other occupants of the same vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle remained at the scene uninjured. The NYPD Highway Collision Investigation Squad is investigating the circumstances, and no arrests have been made.
June 2026 — 4 developments
Man Arrested in Fatal Queens Hit-and-Run Killing 16-Year-Old Girl
Boubacar Barry, 29, was arrested and charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on June 26, 2026, in Queens. He faces charges including criminally negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death. The incident resulted in the death of a 16-year-old girl and injuries to her 8-year-old sister.
Queens Cyclist Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run; Vehicle Linked to Burglary
A cyclist, 36-year-old Amanda Servedio, was fatally struck by a black Dodge Ram truck in Queens. Witnesses reported the truck was speeding and failed to yield. The incident is believed to be connected to a burglary that occurred earlier the same day.
Queens Man Charged in Fatal Hit-Run; Suspect Arrested in 2022 Fatal Hit-Run
Florin Stoian, 25, was arrested and extradited on February 11, 2026, in connection with a 2022 fatal hit-and-run in Queens where Be Tran was killed. Separately, a man was charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 17-year-old boy on February 13, 2026, in Queens.
New Hit-and-Run Incidents Reported in New York City
A two-vehicle hit-and-run crash occurred on the Northern State Parkway on June 5, 2026, with details limited and no arrests announced. Separately, a 36-year-old cyclist, Amanda Servedio, was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in Queens.
May 2026 — 1 developments
Queens Hit-And-Run: Driver Strikes Pedestrians, Two Hospitalized
A 22-year-old driver caused a crash in Fresh Meadows, Queens, on May 26, 2026, that resulted in two pedestrians being struck and two individuals hospitalized. Charges are pending against the driver.
April 2026 — 1 developments
SUV driver flees after fatal hit-and-run in Corona, Queens
A pedestrian died and another was seriously injured in a hit-and-run incident in Corona, Queens, on February 13, 2026. An SUV struck two pedestrians who were crossing the street.
March 2026 — 6 developments
Bryan Alexis Guashpa Rumipamba arrested, charged in fatal hit-and-run of Espina Bundley
Bryan Alexis Guashpa Rumipamba, 43, has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of Espina Bundley, 69. Rumipamba faces charges including leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death after striking Bundley with a vehicle on the Upper East Side.
Driver kills teen, injures pedestrians in Queens hit-and-run
Two separate fatal hit-and-run incidents occurred in New York City on January 1, 2026, one in Queens and one in the Bronx. Additionally, a 16-year-old girl was killed in Queens on September 13, 2025, after a driver allegedly jumped a curb and struck pedestrians before fleeing the scene and crashing into a parked car.
Queens experiences string of fatal hit-and-run incidents, killing multiple people
Queens has experienced a recent string of fatal hit-and-run incidents. One collision on Jamaica Avenue resulted in the death of a 58-year-old woman. Another crash on 57th Avenue led to two fatalities when a vehicle struck a scooter and parked cars. Authorities are also investigating a separate incident where a 56-year-old man died following a collision between a U-Haul truck and a sedan.
Truck Driver Flees Scene After Multi-Vehicle Hit-and-Run in Queens, One Injured
A hit-and-run incident was reported on March 17, 2026, at 75th Avenue and 60th Place in Queens. A truck collided with multiple vehicles and fled the scene. The driver later abandoned the truck and escaped on foot after being briefly subdued. One person sustained leg injuries after being struck by the fleeing driver.
Hit-and-run driver fatally strikes Suzanne Schmieder in Queens
Suzanne Schmieder, 57, was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver on Jamaica Avenue in Queens on March 11, 2026. The driver fled the scene in a 2001 Lincoln LS and is being sought by authorities. The investigation is ongoing.
Scooter Driver Dies in Queens Hit-and-Run After Swerving to Avoid Vehicle
A 46-year-old scooter driver was killed in a hit-and-run on Liberty Avenue in Queens on March 10, 2026. The victim sustained fatal head trauma after swerving to avoid another vehicle and falling. Locals reported that a pothole at the scene, which had been present for some time, was only repaired after the fatality.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Florin Stoian extradited to New York for fatal Queens hit-and-run
Florin Stoian, a Romanian national, has been extradited from Germany to New York to face charges for a fatal hit-and-run that occurred in Queens in 2022. Stoian, 30, had confessed to the crime and was serving time in Germany for pickpocketing. He is accused of striking 74-year-old Be Tran with a BMW.
January 2026 — 9 developments
Driver arrested after Tribeca man dies in Forest Hills hit-and-run; another fatal hit-and-run in Corona
A 29-year-old Tribeca man died after being struck by a sedan in a Forest Hills hit-and-run, leading to the driver's arrest. Separately, a hit-and-run in Corona, Queens, resulted in one man's death and another critically injured after being struck by a white SUV.
Flushing Cyclist Xi Zheng Fatally Struck by Pickup Truck Driver
A 48-year-old Flushing cyclist, Xi Zheng, was fatally struck by a pickup truck driver near his home; the driver remained at the scene and was not arrested, with the investigation ongoing.
NYPD Seizes SUV in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Former Child Actress Kianna Underwood
A separate fatal hit-and-run incident occurred in Brooklyn on January 16, 2026, killing former Nickelodeon child actress Kianna Underwood. NYPD has seized a Ford SUV believed to be involved in this incident, but no arrests have been made regarding the owner.
Candre Hood arrested, charged in fatal hit-and-run; victim identified as Lance Sotelo
A driver, Candre Hood, has been arrested and charged in the fatal hit-and-run. The victim was identified as Lance Sotelo, a former Queens University runner, correcting previous reports of victim identity.
Moped Driver Yunior Rodriguez Strikes, Kills Grandfather Trevor Lloyd Samuels in Queens Crosswalk
A 68-year-old grandfather, Trevor Lloyd Samuels, was fatally struck by a moped driver in a marked crosswalk in Jamaica, Queens, on January 13, 2026. The moped operator, Yunior Rodriguez, remained at the scene and was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.
Luis Romero identified as 25 years old, correcting earlier reports
The critically injured victim, Luis Romero, was identified as 25 years old, correcting earlier reports that stated he was 24.
Second Victim of North Corona Hit-and-Run Identified as Luis Paco Romero
The second victim of the New Year's Day hit-and-run in North Corona, Queens, who was critically injured, has been identified as Luis Paco Romero.
Darwin Milan Identified as Victim in North Corona New Year's Day Hit-and-Run
The victim of the New Year's Day hit-and-run in North Corona has been identified as 25-year-old Darwin Milan. A roadside memorial has been established for Milan, and his brother expressed his profound loss.
Driver strikes two men with SUV, flees scene; detectives review surveillance footage
Surveillance video reportedly captured the moment the SUV struck the two men before the driver fled. Detectives are reviewing the footage and have leads on the vehicle and potential driver.
December 2025 — 1 developments
Moped Rider Dies After Colliding With SUV in Queens
A 40-year-old moped rider died on December 29, 2025, after colliding with an SUV at the intersection of 204th Street and Jamaica Avenue in Hollis, Queens. The moped rider was traveling eastbound on Jamaica Avenue when he struck a Honda CR-V making a left turn.
September 2025 — 2 developments
David Bodai charged with leaving scene of deadly accident, reckless driving after killing traffic director
A driver named David Bodai has been charged with leaving the scene of a deadly accident and reckless driving after killing a woman directing traffic on the Nassau Expressway in Queens.
Edwin Cruz Gomez Charged With Murder, Attempted Murder in Fatal Queens Hit-and-Run
Edwin Cruz Gomez has been charged with murder, attempted murder, vehicular manslaughter, and assault after allegedly intentionally striking and killing 16-year-old Jhoanny Gomez-Alvarez in Queens. Prosecutors state the intoxicated 38-year-old driver made sexual remarks prior to the incident on Roosevelt Avenue in Elmhurst.
June 2025 — 1 developments
Warren Rollins surrenders to police for fatal 2023 hit-and-run in Queens
Warren Rollins, 49, surrendered to police on June 3, 2025, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run from late 2023 that killed 66-year-old Gary Charlotin in Queens. Another man, Osman Zavala-Varela, was previously charged in January 2024 for initial involvement in the incident.
May 2025 — 1 developments
Pedestrian killed in Queens hit-and-run near Linden Boulevard and 166th Street
A 62-year-old pedestrian died after being struck by two vehicles in a fatal hit-and-run near Linden Boulevard and 166th Street in Queens. The driver of the second vehicle remained at the scene and has not been charged.
October 2024 — 1 developments
Queens Hit and Run Suspect Identified by Police
Police have identified Nedzad Korac, 53, as a person of interest in a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred in Queens on October 22, 2024. Investigators are seeking the public's assistance in locating Korac to aid the ongoing investigation into the incident, which resulted in a death.
May 2024 — 3 developments
Two killed in Queens hit-and-run after vehicle strikes scooter and parked cars
Two people died in a Queens hit-and-run on May 20, 2024, when a vehicle struck a scooter and then hit parked cars, causing a fire. The driver fled the scene, briefly returned for an item, and fled again. One victim died at the scene, and the other died at the hospital.
Arrest made in fatal Queens hit-and-run that killed two scooter riders
Kevin Garcia, 22, was arrested and charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Queens on May 20, 2024. Garcia allegedly struck two men riding a scooter, killing them, and then fled the scene. The victims were identified as Jairo Garcia, 23, and Kevin Villalva, 24.
Driver flees after fatal hit-and-run kills two scooter riders in Queens
A hit-and-run incident in Elmhurst, Queens, resulted in the deaths of two men riding a scooter. Surveillance video shows the driver of the involved silver Volkswagen returning to the crash site before fleeing on foot. Police are actively searching for the driver responsible for this double-fatal collision.
January 2024 — 1 developments
Two Killed in Queens Hit-and-Run Incidents on New Year's Day
Two people were killed in separate hit-and-run incidents in Queens on New Year's Day 2024. In one case, a driver struck a 68-year-old man and fled, while in another, an SUV hit two pedestrians, killing one and critically injuring the other. A separate incident involved a man being struck by a hit-and-run driver and then run over by a second vehicle, also resulting in a fatality.
December 2023 — 1 developments
Pedestrian killed in Queens Village hit-and-run by two vehicles
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Queens Village on December 11, 2023. The victim was struck by two vehicles, a sedan and then an SUV, and remained unidentified. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
October 2023 — 1 developments
Jackson Lima Ortega identified as driver in fatal Astoria hit-and-run
Jackson Lima Ortega was identified in February 2024 as the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Astoria, Queens, on October 20, 2023. Ortega allegedly struck a pedestrian with a BMW while fleeing a burglary scene and then fled on foot. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at Elmhurst Hospital.