Pedestrian Fatality Sparks Safety Demand | New York City News

A 28-year-old nurse was fatally struck in a hit-and-run on Third Avenue in Sunset Park, sparking outrage over decades of ignored pedestrian safety warnings. Since 2014, six pedestrians and five cyclists have died on this stretch — despite a DOT redesign plan that’s stalled for years. Advocates are demanding immediate action, echoing recent protests and urging officials like State Senator Andrew Gounardes to act before more lives are lost. The driver remains at large as the community mourns and calls for urgent change. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6adb45723e5f57a6