Elderly Couple Mowed Down on the Way to Church
Attorney
(866) 735-1102 Ext 300
November 26, 2009
A hit and run driver mowed down an elderly couple crossing the street on their way to a Staten Island church Wednesday night.
Peter S. Sabados, 78, and his wife Lillian Sabados, 77, were on their way to donate canned goods at their church, Our Lady Queen of Peace in New Dorp, when Allmir Lekperic, 26, struck the couple with his white Ford Econoline van and fled the scene.
Rev. Pancrose Kalist, pastor of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, said he ran out of the church when he heard there was an accident. He knew immediately the victims were parishioners because the canned goods they were carrying for a special 7:30 p.m. charity mass were scattered in the street.
Kalist gave the couple their last sacraments as they lay waiting for emergency workers to arrive at the scene.
Ambulances transported the elderly couple to Staten Island University Hospital, Ocean Breeze, where Peter Sabados died about 45 minutes after the crash and Lillian Sabados died about 4 a.m. Thursday morning.
Allmir Lekperic is charged with leaving the scene of an accident and driving with a suspended license.
Six hours before the accident occurred, Rev. Kalist and the Principal of the parish school met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss traffic safety options where they suggested installation of a red light camera at the intersection.
If you or loved one has been injured or a loved one killed in pedestrian vs. motor vehicle accident, Napoli Bern Ripka LLP has the experience and knowledge needed to successfully handle your auto accident case. Contact us immediately after an auto accident and we will discuss the situation with you and come up with a plan of action to help you get compensation for your injuries, property damage or a loved one’s wrongful death. Call 1-888-529-4669 today to discuss your case and find out the best course of action to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.