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🚨 North Bellmore Teen Killed in E-Bike Crash While Riding to School
🚨 North Bellmore Teen Killed in E-Bike Crash While Riding to School
By Samantha Vogel, Editor, Long Island Daily News
A quiet morning in North Bellmore turned tragic on Thursday, November 6, when Jayden Flores, a 14-year-old student at Wellington C. Mepham High School, was fatally struck by an SUV while riding his e-bike to school. The collision occurred around 7:05 a.m. at the intersection of Alice Avenue and Bellmore Avenue, a residential area frequented by students and commuters.
🛑 What Happened
According to Nassau County Police, Jayden was traveling westbound on Alice Avenue when a Chevrolet SUV, driven by a 45-year-old woman heading south on Bellmore Avenue, collided with him. Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash and rushing outside to find the teen lying on a front lawn. A nearby resident attempted CPR before emergency responders arrived.
Jayden was transported by ambulance to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. No charges have been filed as of Friday afternoon.
🕯️ Community in Mourning
Jayden’s mother, Tania Salazar, shared her heartbreak with local media: “Somebody from the school called me telling me that someone hit Jayden. A car hit Jayden.” She described her son as a bright, kind-hearted boy who loved biking and was excited about school.
Mepham High School held a moment of silence Friday morning, and grief counselors have been made available to students and staff. Friends and neighbors have begun placing flowers and candles at the crash site.
🚸 Safety Concerns Resurface
The tragedy has reignited concerns about traffic safety near school zones and residential intersections. Local officials are urging the installation of speed bumps, crossing guards, and improved signage in high-traffic areas. Parents across North Bellmore are calling for a review of morning traffic patterns and increased enforcement of speed limits.
📣 What Comes Next
- Police investigation into the crash remains ongoing
- Community vigil planned for Saturday evening at Mepham High School
- Petition circulating for traffic calming measures near Alice and Bellmore avenues
Jayden Flores’s death is a devastating loss for his family, school, and community. As North Bellmore mourns, many hope this tragedy will lead to meaningful changes that protect other young lives.
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