Mother and 2 kids dead, third fighting for his life after cars crash through Brooklyn intersection
Briefly

In Brooklyn, a mother and her three children were tragically struck by a car during a busy intersection accident. The driver, 32, behind the Audi, had a suspended license. The collision occurred when the Audi crashed into a Toyota Camry, propelling it into the path of the family. The mother and two daughters, aged 6 and 8, died, while their 4-year-old son remains in critical condition. NYPD officials, including Commissioner Jessica Tisch, have confirmed ongoing investigations on speeding and potential traffic violations. Advocacy group Transportation Alternatives calls for legislative action to curb reckless driving.
This was a horrific tragedy caused by someone who shouldn't have been on the road," said NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, highlighting the gravity of the incident.
The family was walking through the crosswalk when the Audi driver collided with another vehicle, propelling her into the path of the mother and children.
Tisch mentioned potential investigations into whether the mother ran a red light, emphasizing the ongoing inquiries surrounding the incident.
Transportation Alternatives urged New York lawmakers to take action against reckless drivers, insisting on the necessity for stricter measures such as speed limiters.
Read at NBC New York
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