Brooklyn, NY – A devastating accident on Ocean Parkway in Gravesend has left a family shattered and a community in mourning after a mother and her two young daughters were fatally struck by a car on Saturday afternoon. The driver, identified as Miriam Yarimi, 32, a wigmaker known for her luxurious lifestyle, was allegedly operating her Audi on a suspended license when she lost control and caused the fatal crash, authorities said.

According to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, Yarimi was involved in a collision with a Toyota Camry before her vehicle veered off the road, striking the victims as they left Shabbat services. The names of the victims have not yet been released, but they were described as a devoted mother and her two daughters who were well-loved in the local Jewish community.

Driver’s Troubled History

Court records reveal that Yarimi previously won a $2 million settlement from the NYPD in a lawsuit where she alleged she had been raped by a police officer when she was a minor. Despite this past legal victory, officials say she was driving illegally at the time of Saturday’s crash, as her license had been suspended.

Investigators are now working to determine whether reckless driving, speed, or other factors contributed to the tragedy. “This was an avoidable and heartbreaking loss of life,” Tisch said in a press conference. “A family should never have to experience such a horrific fate.”

Community in Mourning

The neighborhood, home to a tight-knit Jewish community, is reeling from the tragic loss. Witnesses described the horrifying moments after the crash, with bystanders rushing to aid the victims. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but all three were pronounced dead at the scene.

Local religious leaders and elected officials have expressed their grief and outrage. “This is beyond devastating,” said Rabbi Moshe Klein, a prominent figure in the community. “We lost a mother and two innocent children because of irresponsibility and lawlessness. Our hearts are broken.”

Legal Ramifications and Investigation

Yarimi has been taken into custody and is expected to face multiple charges, including vehicular manslaughter and driving with a suspended license. Authorities are also reviewing surveillance footage and eyewitness statements to piece together the full details of the crash.

As the investigation unfolds, residents are calling for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and harsher penalties for those who drive with suspended licenses.

A Call for Justice

Friends and neighbors have begun organizing vigils and fundraisers to support the grieving family. A makeshift memorial with flowers and candles has been set up near the crash site, as the community struggles to come to terms with the sudden loss.

“We need to make sure justice is served,” said local council member Ari Friedman. “This family deserves accountability, and we need to do more to prevent tragedies like this from happening in the future.”

The case has drawn widespread attention, sparking debates over traffic safety and the consequences of reckless driving. More updates are expected as officials continue their investigation into the tragic crash.