Shakira Serrano: Brooklyn woman ran over and killed by female driver after parking lot fight over love triangle
EAST NEW YORK, BROOKLYN: In a devastating turn of events, the vibrant streets of East New York bore witness to a fatal incident involving a love triangle that culminated in the untimely death of 24-year-old Shakira Serrano.
The heartbreaking incident unfolded late Thursday, January 11, when a heated argument between Shakira Serrano and another woman erupted in a parking lot at East New York's Pink Houses.
Timeline of Shakira Serrano's tragic demise
In a shocking and tragic escalation, the other woman allegedly used her 2008 Mercury to strike Serrano, inflicting severe trauma to her head and body. According to authorities and sources close to the investigation, a man intervened in the dispute, leading to Serrano falling to the ground.
Moreover, the NYPD swiftly responded to a 911 call reporting a pedestrian struck, only to discover Serrano lying lifeless on the ground near Loring Avenue and Crescent Street. She was rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.
Community seeks justice for Shakira Serrano
The NYPD is currently treating the case as a homicide, launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. Friends of Serrano describe her as a free-spirited individual who left an indelible mark wherever she went.
Sharoya, a close friend of the victim, tearfully shared her memories, stating, "She's just a free, live spirit. She comes and makes her presence known. In her heart and spirit, she's the baddest thing walking. I love her for that," News 12 reports. Serrano's untimely departure has left a void in the lives of those who knew and cherished her.
The relationship between Serrano and the other woman involved in the altercation remains unclear, as investigators piece together the events leading up to the fatal incident. The police have not made any arrests as of Friday afternoon, leaving the community anxiously awaiting further developments.
