Brooklyn car crash kills mom, 2 daughters in 'Shakespearean' tragedy, mayor says
Briefly

A tragic car accident occurred in Midwood, Brooklyn, when an Audi A3 struck a mother and her three children as they crossed the street, resulting in the deaths of the mother and her two daughters, aged 8 and 6. The 4-year-old son survived but is in critical condition. The driver, Miriam Yarimi, 32, reportedly has a suspended license, and investigations are underway to determine her speed and possible traffic violations. The incident raised concerns about road safety, with mayor and police officials expressing their sorrow and emphasizing the need for accountability.
Mayor Eric Adams called it " a tragic, tragic accident of a Shakespearean proportion."
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said, "This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road."
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