The Homicide Squad is investigating a Fatal Vehicular Accident involving a pedestrian that occurred on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:00 am in Hempstead.
According to detectives, a male pedestrian, 76, was struck by a 2015 Nisan Pathfinder at the intersection of Jerusalem Avenue and Henry Street. The male pedestrian suffered severe trauma and was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
The female operator of the vehicle, 47, remained at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing.
**UPDATE**
The above listed victim has been identified as James Johnson Jr., 76, of Hempstead.