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Driver Charged After Killing Pedestrian | Durham News
A 49-year-old driver, Ayaz Pathan, faces charges after fatally striking 76-year-old Soile Lazarz at a marked crosswalk on Ederlee Drive—where a popular trail meets the road. Though no one in his SUV was hurt, Lazarz died instantly. Charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle and reckless driving, Pathan’s case underscores growing concerns about speeding and disregard for pedestrian safety on this busy four-lane street, even with clear signage. Community members say drivers routinely ignore crosswalks, turning safety measures into tragic reminders of what happens when attention—and speed—isn’t…
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