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Hit-and-Run Driver Smashes Parked Car, Flees Scene: Nina Pineda Investigates

Eyewitness News ABC7NYJune 5, 20252 min717 views
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Delivery Truck Collision and Cover-Up

  • 🚚 A delivery truck driver slammed into Joseé Diagar's parked Subaru in Queens and then drove away.
  • 📹 The entire incident was captured on a doorbell camera, providing clear evidence of the hit-and-run.
  • 🚗 Despite the proof, the driver stopped, surveyed the damage, and then fled the scene without leaving any information.

Difficulty in Securing Repairs

  • 💸 Joseé faced $6,000 in estimated repair costs for his vehicle.
  • 🔄 He reported the incident to Amazon but was bounced between multiple insurance companies, none of whom initially took responsibility.
  • 🚗 The prolonged process left Joseé without his car for three months, impacting his ability to get to his two jobs.

"7 On Your Side" Intervention

  • 💡 Following advice, Joseé contacted "7 On Your Side" reporter Nina Pineda for assistance.
  • 📧 Upon receiving the doorbell camera footage from the news team, Amazon contacted Joseé immediately.
  • 🤝 Amazon connected Joseé to their delivery service partner, leading to a swift resolution.

Resolution and Compensation

  • ✅ Within seven days of the news team's involvement, Joseé was on his way to getting his car back.
  • 💰 Amazon's delivery partner paid in full for all repairs (nearly $6,000) and an additional $5,000 in storage fees.
  • ✨ Joseé expressed his gratitude, stating it "feels great" to have his car back.
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