Jael Zhinin Obituary, 16, Tragically Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision Near Woodside School, Younger Sister Leslie, 8, Critically Injured.
Jael Zhinin, a vibrant 16-year-old, and her 8-year-old sister Leslie, were victims of a devastating hit-and-run collision near a Woodside school on Wednesday afternoon. The tragic incident occurred as the girls were heading home after their last day of school, crossing the street at the intersection of 47th Avenue and 46th Street.
A 2016 Ford water delivery truck, driven by a 28-year-old man, made a left-hand turn and struck the girls, throwing Jael to the pavement and running her over with the truck’s rear tires. The driver fled the scene, leaving the sisters in critical condition. Jael tragically succumbed to her injuries, while Leslie remains in severe condition.
The community is in shock and mourning the loss of Jael, a bright and promising young life cut short by a senseless tragedy. A GoFundMe campaign has been established to support the Zhinin family with funeral expenses and Leslie’s medical bills.
The NYPD is investigating the incident, and the driver has been arrested but not charged as of yet. The community is calling for increased safety measures in school zones to prevent such tragedies.
Jael’s family and friends are devastated by the loss, and a memorial service will be held to celebrate her life and legacy. The outpouring of support and condolences has been overwhelming, and the family is grateful for the love and kindness shown during this difficult time.
The community is coming together to support the Zhinin family and to ensure that such tragedies are prevented in the future. Jael’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her, and her legacy will continue to inspire us to be better versions of ourselves.
As the investigation continues, the community is urging the authorities to take swift action and bring justice to the Zhinin family. The driver’s actions have left a family shattered and a community in mourning.
Jael Zhinin’s passing is a tragic loss to our community, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her legacy will continue to inspire us, and her memory will live on in our hearts forever.
In loving memory of Jael Zhinin, we remember her kindness, compassion, and love for life. May her legacy continue to inspire us to be better versions of ourselves, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
