Freeport Hit-and-Run: Family Mourns Grandfather, Police Seek Driver
CBS New YorkDecember 5, 20252 min1,011 views
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- 💔 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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