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Freeport Hit-and-Run: Family Mourns Grandfather, Police Seek Driver

CBS New YorkDecember 5, 20252 min1,011 views
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Tragedy in Freeport

  • 💔 A 76-year-old grandfather, Octavio Espanol, was killed in a hit-and-run incident while crossing the street in Freeport.
  • 🕯️ Family members and colleagues held a candlelight vigil to mourn the beloved patriarch.

The Incident

  • 🚗 Espanol was struck by a light-colored sedan while crossing at a crosswalk near the Freeport LIRR station.
  • 🚶 He had a daily routine of walking to and from the LIRR station for his commute.
  • ⏱️ The incident occurred on Saturday, November 8th, around 1:30 p.m.

Family's Plea for Justice

  • 🗣️ Espanol's granddaughter expressed a strong desire for justice for her grandfather, stating he did not deserve to die.
  • 🚨 Police are actively searching for the driver who fled the scene after hitting Espanol.

A Hero's Legacy

  • ❤️ Before his death, Octavio Espanol expressed a wish to donate his organs.
  • 💪 His family stated he was in excellent physical shape, and his kidneys, lung, and liver will now help save others.
  • 🌟 His family considers him a hero for his decision to donate organs.
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