Man, 70, arrested for hit-and-run crash that killed pedestrian in Brooklyn crosswalk
Summary
Pedestrian Hit Brooklyn New York in Brooklyn, New York: A 70-year-old man, Anselm Okeke, was arrested for a hit-and-run crash that killed a 68-year-old pedestrian, Elvin Sanchez, in Brooklyn. The crash occurred on Thursday, June 3, 2026, when Okeke struck Sanchez while he was crossing Linden Blvd. against the pedestrian signal and fled the scene.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Elvin Sanchez | Named in reporting |
Original reporting
Man, 70, arrested for hit-and-run crash that killed pedestrian in Brooklyn crosswalk