Wig-Making 'Influencer' Charged After Mother and 2 Children Killed in Crash, Third Critical
Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy, Gravesend, Brooklyn
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Summary
- The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
- The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes.
- Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit.
- Yarimi, who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers, was driving with a suspended license during the incident.
- Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother and her two young daughters were killed, and 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
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The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes. Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit. Yarimi—who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers showing off her lifestyle—was driving with a suspended license during the incident. Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother along with her two young daughters were killed, while the victim's 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
Two children were killed and a third is in critical condition after an overturned multi-car collision. Nine others were injured in the crash, with some taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy.
The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
Citizen user @navruz1990 shows a video of a vehicle overturned and bystanders performing CPR on two unconscious individuals lying on the ground. Please exercise caution nearby. Go LIVE or comment below to share real-time updates from the scene.
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Incident reported at 1701 Ocean Pkwy.
The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes. Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit. Yarimi—who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers showing off her lifestyle—was driving with a suspended license during the incident. Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother along with her two young daughters were killed, while the victim's 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
Two children were killed and a third is in critical condition after an overturned multi-car collision. Nine others were injured in the crash, with some taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy.
The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
Citizen user @navruz1990 shows a video of a vehicle overturned and bystanders performing CPR on two unconscious individuals lying on the ground. Please exercise caution nearby. Go LIVE or comment below to share real-time updates from the scene.
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Incident reported at 1701 Ocean Pkwy.
The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes. Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit. Yarimi—who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers showing off her lifestyle—was driving with a suspended license during the incident. Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother along with her two young daughters were killed, while the victim's 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
Two children were killed and a third is in critical condition after an overturned multi-car collision. Nine others were injured in the crash, with some taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy.
The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
Citizen user @navruz1990 shows a video of a vehicle overturned and bystanders performing CPR on two unconscious individuals lying on the ground. Please exercise caution nearby. Go LIVE or comment below to share real-time updates from the scene.
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Incident reported at 1701 Ocean Pkwy.
The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes. Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit. Yarimi—who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers showing off her lifestyle—was driving with a suspended license during the incident. Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother along with her two young daughters were killed, while the victim's 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
Two children were killed and a third is in critical condition after an overturned multi-car collision. Nine others were injured in the crash, with some taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy.
The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
Citizen user @navruz1990 shows a video of a vehicle overturned and bystanders performing CPR on two unconscious individuals lying on the ground. Please exercise caution nearby. Go LIVE or comment below to share real-time updates from the scene.
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Incident reported at 1701 Ocean Pkwy.
The driver in Saturday's fatal crash has been charged with manslaughter and multiple other crimes. Miriam Yarimi, 32, was charged with multiple counts of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, assault in the second degree, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, failing to yield right on red, and speeding over the limit. Yarimi—who operates a wig-making business and social media accounts with thousands of followers showing off her lifestyle—was driving with a suspended license during the incident. Reports citing police say Yarimi was driving a 2023 Audi A3 at high speed when she ran a red light, striking a car and a family crossing at the crosswalk. A mother along with her two young daughters were killed, while the victim's 4-year-old son was critically injured. Several other people were also injured.
Two children were killed and a third is in critical condition after an overturned multi-car collision. Nine others were injured in the crash, with some taken to the hospital in serious condition.
The address reported for this incident has changed to Quentin Rd & Ocean Pkwy.
The user-submitted video from the scene contains sensitive content that some may find distressing; viewer discretion is advised.
Citizen user @navruz1990 shows a video of a vehicle overturned and bystanders performing CPR on two unconscious individuals lying on the ground. Please exercise caution nearby. Go LIVE or comment below to share real-time updates from the scene.
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Incident reported at 1701 Ocean Pkwy.
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All these comments about it being an Arab, Muslim, Jew, etc…it doesn’t matter who it is. The point is a tragic accident happened and the families of innocent people are affected. Keep your nasty opinions to yourself.
@Norgerach 💯🙏🏻
Bring. Back. Consequences. Driver had no business being on the road
When I got struck by a car almost close by the scene . Jewish ambulance came right away and helped me . Its NOT about race !
Well said
Jewish doctor saved my black sons life: everything isn’t about race or color
@simscity god bless
All these comments about it being an Arab, Muslim, Jew, etc…it doesn’t matter who it is. The point is a tragic accident happened and the families of innocent people are affected. Keep your nasty opinions to yourself.
@Norgerach 💯🙏🏻
Bring. Back. Consequences. Driver had no business being on the road
When I got struck by a car almost close by the scene . Jewish ambulance came right away and helped me . Its NOT about race !
Well said
Jewish doctor saved my black sons life: everything isn’t about race or color
@simscity god bless
All these comments about it being an Arab, Muslim, Jew, etc…it doesn’t matter who it is. The point is a tragic accident happened and the families of innocent people are affected. Keep your nasty opinions to yourself.
@Norgerach 💯🙏🏻
Bring. Back. Consequences. Driver had no business being on the road
When I got struck by a car almost close by the scene . Jewish ambulance came right away and helped me . Its NOT about race !
Well said
Jewish doctor saved my black sons life: everything isn’t about race or color
@simscity god bless
All these comments about it being an Arab, Muslim, Jew, etc…it doesn’t matter who it is. The point is a tragic accident happened and the families of innocent people are affected. Keep your nasty opinions to yourself.
@Norgerach 💯🙏🏻
Bring. Back. Consequences. Driver had no business being on the road
When I got struck by a car almost close by the scene . Jewish ambulance came right away and helped me . Its NOT about race !
Well said
Jewish doctor saved my black sons life: everything isn’t about race or color
@simscity god bless
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All these comments about it being an Arab, Muslim, Jew, etc…it doesn’t matter who it is. The point is a tragic accident happened and the families of innocent people are affected. Keep your nasty opinions to yourself.
@Norgerach 💯🙏🏻
Bring. Back. Consequences. Driver had no business being on the road
When I got struck by a car almost close by the scene . Jewish ambulance came right away and helped me . Its NOT about race !
Well said
Jewish doctor saved my black sons life: everything isn’t about race or color
@simscity god bless