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DisasterUnited States·26 Aug 2026 · 21h ago

3 teenagers killed, 4 injured in Brooklyn highway crash

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On Tuesday at approximately 11:35 p.m., a collision occurred between a Cadillac Escalade and a Honda HR-V on the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn near 65th Street. The Cadillac, which was carrying five teenagers, collided with a Honda carrying two women aged 46 and 44. Three male teenagers aged 16, 17, and 18 died after being transported to NYU Langone Hospital in critical condition, while two other teenagers and both occupants of the Honda sustained injuries. Police have not yet identified the driver of the Cadillac or made any arrests as the investigation continues.

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Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to determine the circumstances of the collision and identify who was operating the Cadillac Escalade. The process will involve determining potential fault and establishing if any traffic laws were violated during the incident.

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Times of India
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