Family of grandfather killed in Brownsville hit-and-run seeks justice
Maxwell was crossing Sutter Avenue near Osborn Street on Saturday evening when a speeding driver struck another vehicle, then hit Maxwell, according to police. The driver drove off before police arrived.
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Maxwell was crossing Sutter Avenue near Osborn Street on Saturday evening when a speeding driver struck another vehicle, then hit Maxwell, according to police. The driver drove off before police arrived.
Maxwell died from his injuries at Brookdale Hospital.
His family is now pleading with the public for help identifying the driver.
“They took my father away, I need justice,” said Maxwell’s son, Larnce Vargas.
Loved ones plan to hold a vigil for Maxwell this Friday evening, on what would have been his 73rd birthday.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-577-TIPS. Tips can be made anonymously.
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