Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in East Flatbush | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

A 79-year-old woman, Yvette James, was fatally struck by a Lexus SUV in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, during a right turn that went violently wrong—sending the car into a sign and then slamming into her on the sidewalk. Witnesses heard a deafening screech and described the horrific impact, which pinned her against a wall and deployed airbags. Known for her tireless work at her church’s food pantry, Yvette was simply resting near her home when tragedy struck. The driver, a 62-year-old woman, was hospitalized, and while no charges have been filed, authorities are still investigating how this…