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Teen Skateboarder Suffers Brain Injury In Hit-Run Maryland Crash Teen Skateboarder Suffers Brain Injury In Hit-Run Maryland Crash
Teen Skateboarder Suffers Brain Injury In Hit-Run Maryland Crash A teenage skateboarder who was struck by a hit-and-run driver who was left with a brain injury in Maryland is slowly recovering, though he faces a long road going forward, his family says. On Thursday, Aug. 15, 15-year-old Austin Broadwater was riding his skateboard along Walston Switch Road in Salisbury when he was struck by a driver who proceeded to speed away without checking on the teen. WCSO Serious Hit and Run - Walston Switch Rd Incident: Serious Hit and Run Motor Vehicle Collision Date of Incident:... Posted by Wicomico County Sheriff's Office on Friday, August 16, 2024 B…
Video Shows Pro Hackensack Skateboarder Being Kicked Off Bicycle In Paris Video Shows Pro Hackensack Skateboarder Being Kicked Off Bicycle In Paris
Video Shows Pro Hackensack Skateboarder Being Kicked Off Bicycle In Paris Viral footage shows a leisurely bike ride through Paris take an unexpected turn for a professional skateboarder from New Jersey. The footage, shared to Instagram by Hackensack native Tyshawn Jones and re-shared by TMZ, shows the 25-year-old skateboarder cycling through the streets off Paris when another cyclist kicks him as he rides. Jones then falls off the bike. "I tried to catch him I just didn’t catch him," he said in a video shared to his story. "I’ll be back there same time, same hour, right on the dot. If his a— bikes by, bail me out." RUDE! 😨 Pro skater #TyshawnJones was e…
Details Come To Light In Crash That Killed Levittown Skateboarder After Suspect Surrenders: DA Details Come To Light In Crash That Killed Levittown Skateboarder After Suspect Surrenders: DA
Details Come To Light In Crash That Killed Levittown Skateboarder After Suspect Surrenders: DA A Bucks County Investigating Grand Jury has recommended a Philadelphia man be charged in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 28-year-old skateboarder last November. Tajair Anthony Delbridge, 25, surrendered on Friday, May 24, 2024, to be arraigned on charges of accidents involving death or personal injury, hindering apprehension or prosecution, tampering with physical evidence, criminal solicitation, possession of a small amount of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Delbridge is believed to have struck Joel Steven Moreau in Levittown on Friday, Nov 24 on Haines Road, t…
Twin Stepping Up To Take Care Of Brother's Young Son After Fatal Hit-Run Crash In Maryland Twin Stepping Up To Take Care Of Brother's Young Son After Fatal Hit-Run Crash In Maryland
Twin Stepping Up To Take Care Of Brother's Young Son After Fatal Hit-Run Crash In Maryland The legacy of a beloved 27-year-old skateboarder who was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Montgomery County is being carried on by his twin brother. In early April, Jacques Price was riding along Veirs Mill Road shortly after midnight when he was struck and killed by 42-year-old Gilver Yuviny Zelaya Diaz, who sped away and was at large until his arrest this week. Now, the reeling family is left picking up the pieces, including his twin brother Joshua, who has been left to care for Price's 5-year-old son Jamie. "Jacque's absence leaves a void in the lives of his loving and devoted mother, …
Skateboarder Killed In Montgomery County Hit-And-Run: Police Skateboarder Killed In Montgomery County Hit-And-Run: Police
Skateboarder Killed In Montgomery County Hit-And-Run: Police Police are on the lookout for a white Acura that was involved in a hit-and-run that left a skateboarder dead in Montgomery County overnight Monday, April 8. The man was riding a skateboard in the westbound side of Veirs Mill Rd., just prior to Monterrey Dr., when he was hit by a white Acura TL heading westbound shortly after 12 a.m., Montgomery County Police said. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver fled, according to police. The Acura is believed to be a 2009 model with damage to the front right corner, including a missing portion of the bumper cover and a missing/broken …
Viva La Bam! 'Jackass' Star Skateboards In Hoboken Viva La Bam! 'Jackass' Star Skateboards In Hoboken
Viva La Bam! 'Jackass' Star Skateboards In Hoboken Bam Margera brought his board to Hoboken. The star of "Jackass" and "Viva La Bam" shared a photo of himself skateboarding in the city at Castle Point Skate Park on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Margera said he was doing an interview with US Weekly. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BAM (@bam__margera) It has been an eventful few months for Margera, who got engaged to model Danii Marie last fall. In December, Margera celebrated 120 days of sobriety with a shoutout from Mark Wahlberg.  View this post on Instagram …
Skate Shop Owners Seek Community Support During Transition In Maryland Skate Shop Owners Seek Community Support During Transition In Maryland
Skate Shop Owners Seek Community Support During Transition In Maryland A Maryland skate shop is seeking support from patrons during its transition to encompass a music and art space. Kaare Wieneke, owner of Bethesda Boards on Woodmont Avenue, has been working to transform the indoor skate shop into ‘The Alley’ — a lively and welcoming music and art space — for more than 12 years, according to a GoFundMe launched to help make it happen at long last. “The truth is we didn't anticipate the full length and expense of this transition,” writes Wieneke. “Your support will help us complete architectural, electrical, and plumbing blueprints, build two new handicapped…
55-Year-Old Killed After Being Struck By Land Rover In Sag Harbor 55-Year-Old Killed After Being Struck By Land Rover In Sag Harbor
55-Year-Old Killed After Being Struck By Land Rover In Sag Harbor A person was killed after being struck by a vehicle on a Long Island roadway. It happened just before 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5 in Sag Harbor. A 2018 Land Rover driven by a 77-year-old man from Water Mill was traveling westbound on Middle Line Highway near Fourteen Hills Court when he collided with a skateboarder who was in the roadway, Southampton Town Police said. The skateboarder, a 55-year-old man,  was taken to Stony Brook Southampton Hospital by Southampton Volunteer Ambulance where he succumbed to his injuries.  His name is being withheld pending the notif…
Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner
Skateboarder, 28, Killed In Levittown Hit-Run: Bucks County Coroner A skateboarder succumbed to his injuries last week after he was struck in a Levittown hit-and-run, said the Bucks County Coroner's Office.  Joel Steven Moreau, 28, died from multiple injuries and his death has been ruled accidental, authorities said.  Moreau was riding near Haines Road in Bristol Township when he was fatally struck on Friday evening, Nov. 24, according to officials. Police have not announced an arrest in connection with his death.  On a GoFundMe campaign launched Sunday, Nov. 26, Moreau's sister Nicole Yosick memorialized her brother as a "vibrant spirit." "In loving memo…
Teen Enters Plea In Collision That Killed Beloved Long Island HS Athlete Teen Enters Plea In Collision That Killed Beloved Long Island HS Athlete
Teen Enters Plea In Collision That Killed Beloved Long Island HS Athlete A Long Island teenager has been indicted for allegedly running a stop sign, striking another teenager with his SUV, and causing his death, authorities said. Valley Stream resident Mactyme Michel, aged 19, was indicted on Monday, July 10 for his role in a January 2023 incident that killed a high school senior in Long Beach, the Nassau County District Attorney announced. On January 12, 2023, Michel was driving a 2012 Honda Pilot northwest on Cantiague Lane in Westbury. Earlier Report: Long Beach HS Senior Killed In Crash Remembered As 'Wonderful Student, Talented Athlete' At approx…
Stratford Man Dies Suddenly At 41, His Hometown Skate Park May Honor His Legacy Stratford Man Dies Suddenly At 41, His Hometown Skate Park May Honor His Legacy
Stratford Man Dies Suddenly At 41, His Hometown Skate Park May Honor His Legacy A "kind, authentic" Fairfield County man is being remembered for the impact he had on his hometown, which is now moving to make his legacy a permanent part of the community. Shamus Paco Sims, age 41, died suddenly at his home in Stratford earlier this year, according to his obituary. Months later, his loved ones are working to immortalize his legacy by renaming a skate park in his hometown after him.   Sims "led the charge" to build a skate park in his hometown of Port Townsend, WA in 2006, according to Michael Todd, parks and facilities manager of Port Townsen…
Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity
Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Chad Caruso isn’t in the habit of listening to naysayers. The 36-year-old Long Island resident, who grew up in Lindenhurst, didn’t listen when they told him not to drop out of high school as a teenager. Nor did he listen when friends, including a few girlfriends, told him that adults can’t skateboard. So it came as no surprise to those around Caruso when he decided to press on with his plan to take his one true passion in life - skateboarding - and do the unthinkable: ride his board across the United States from coast to coast. Skate across America 🇺🇸 Day 1 Solid day. Really happy wi…
Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27 Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27
Kevin Von Der Linde Of Somerset County Dies, 27 Kevin T. von der Linde of Somerset County died at his Nashville, Tennessee home on Sunday, March 12. He was 27. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Kevin was adopted by his loving parents, Elizabeth and Peter in 1996, his obituary says. Kevin attended Basking Ridge High School, where he developed a passion for skateboarding and snowboarding. He was also an avid filmmaker and photographer, often sharing clips of his outdoor adventures on social media: summer is around the corner Posted by Kevin von der Linde on Thursday, May 6, 2021 nashville skyline Posted by Kevin von der Linde on Sa…
Hudson Valley-Based Charity Designated For Donations After Death Of HS Senior Hudson Valley-Based Charity Designated For Donations After Death Of HS Senior
Hudson Valley-Based Charity Designated For Donations After Death Of HS Senior A charity located in the Hudson Valley has been designated for donations following the death of a teenager who was hit by an SUV while skateboarding. Long Island resident Gerrin Hagen, who turned 18 on Monday, Dec. 26, played both ice hockey and lacrosse at Long Beach High School, where he was a senior. Earlier report: Teen Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By SUV On Long island  The incident happened in Hicksville around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12. Hagen was riding his skateboard westbound on Cantiague Lane near Robbins Lane when he was struck by a 19-year-old driving a 2012 H…
Services Scheduled For Long Beach HS Senior Killed In Crash Services Scheduled For Long Beach HS Senior Killed In Crash
Services Scheduled For Long Beach HS Senior Killed In Crash Services have been scheduled for a Long Island teenager killed after being hit by an SUV while skateboarding. Gerrin Hagen, who turned 18 on Monday, Dec. 26, played both ice hockey and lacrosse at Long Beach High School, where he was a senior. Earlier report: Teen Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville The incident happened in Hicksville around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12. Hagen was riding his skateboard westbound on Cantiague Lane near Robbins Lane when he was struck by a 19-year-old driving a 2012 Honda Pilot, also traveling westbound, Nassau County Police said. He…
Skateboarder Critical After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville Skateboarder Critical After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville
Skateboarder Critical After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville Updated story: 17-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Being Struck By SUV In Hicksville A 17-year-old skateboarder is in critical condition after being struck by an SUV on Long Island. The incident took place in Hicksville around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12 on Cantiague Lane near Robbins Lane. According to Nassau County Police detectives, the teen was riding his skateboard westbound on Cantiague Lane near Robbins Lane when he was struck by a 19-year-old driving a 2012 Honda Pilot, also traveling westbound. He was transported to a local area hospital and is listed in critical…
Skateboarder Killed By Hit-Run Driver In Maryland: Police Skateboarder Killed By Hit-Run Driver In Maryland: Police
Skateboarder Killed By Hit-Run Driver In Maryland: Police A skateboarder has died after being struck by a vehicle overnight in Columbia, authorities say. Police are asking for the public's help identifying the suspect and vehicle that fatally struck Joseph Shawn Deliberts, 32, on Snowden River Parkway south of Oakland Mills Road in the overnight hours of Thursday, July 28, according to Howard County police. Investigators have determined that the suspect vehicle is likely a 2015-2018 Volkswagen Jetta with an unknown color. The vehicle likely will have damage to the driver side front end. Deliberts was discovered in the median of the road by a pass…
Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32 Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32
Jersey City Videographer Michael Cruz Dies, 32 Support is on the rise for a heartbroken family following the unexpected death of a beloved videographer from Jersey City. Michael J. Cruz died on Thursday, May 26 at the age of 32. Michael graduated from Seton Hall University, where he served as a National Stroll Captain and was a devoted member of the Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, his obituary says. A dedicated videographer, Michael was described as an upbeat man full of passion and creativity and was known for his love of skateboarding and movies. Michael is survived by his loving mother, Venus Banguela; father, Luis Alvarez …
Mount Olive HS Graduate Nicholas Fondaco Dies Suddenly At Age 28 Mount Olive HS Graduate Nicholas Fondaco Dies Suddenly At Age 28
Mount Olive HS Graduate Nicholas Fondaco Dies Suddenly At Age 28 Mount Olive High School graduate Nicholas Anthony Fondaco died suddenly on Oct. 31 at the age of 28. Born in Morristown, Fondaco grew up in Flanders before moving to Basking Ridge, his obituary says. Fondaco graduated from Mount Olive High School in 2011 and was known for his love of all things outdoors, like snowboarding and skateboarding, his memorial says. Fondaco also loved animals, which would “gravitate toward him,” his obituary says. He was remembered for his one-of-a-kind sense of humor and ability to make others smile. “[Fondaco] will always be remembered most as someone who cou…
Beloved Sussex County Dad Of 3 Anthony Conti Dies Suddenly At 31 Beloved Sussex County Dad Of 3 Anthony Conti Dies Suddenly At 31
Beloved Sussex County Dad Of 3 Anthony Conti Dies Suddenly At 31 Beloved Sussex County father of three Anthony Francis Conti died at his home on Oct. 5. He was 31. Born in North Bergen, Conti grew up in Franklin and lived in Vernon at the time of his death, his obituary says. Conti worked in the HVAC industry for 10 years and enjoyed skateboarding, snowboarding and riding quads in his free time. Above all, Conti was known for his unending love for his three daughters, Alexa, Morgan and Carly, as well as his wife, Kristin Salzano Conti. In addition to his wife and daughters, Conti is survived by his parents, Frank and Eileen (Gannon) Conti; sister Allys…
Authorities Release Details In Branchburg Crash That Killed Teen Soccer Player Authorities Release Details In Branchburg Crash That Killed Teen Soccer Player
Authorities Release Details In Branchburg Crash That Killed Teen Soccer Player Authorities have released details in the crash that killed a 17-year-old Branchburg soccer player over the weekend. Vincent R. Gagliardi was the front seat passenger in a 2006 Toyota Scion that was heading west on Fairview Drive around 8:20 p.m. Oct. 8, Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson said. The vehicle hit several roadside objects across several hundred feet, ejecting Gagliardi, Robertson said alongside local officials. The driver and a rear-seat passenger were evaluated and treated at the scene, Robertson said. Life-saving measures were performed on Gagliardi, who wa…
Council Rock HS Grad, Bucks County Native Raymond Kruzick Dies, 31 Council Rock HS Grad, Bucks County Native Raymond Kruzick Dies, 31
Council Rock HS Grad, Bucks County Native Raymond Kruzick Dies, 31 Bucks County native Raymond D. Kruzick died on Aug. 13 at the age of 31. The Newtown resident was a 2009 graduate of Council Rock High School, according to his obituary. Kruzick was remembered for his "charismatic personality, belly laughter, and kind heart, always caring for those around him." He loved surfing, skateboarding, wakeboarding, dirt bike riding, cliff jumping, his obit says. He was predeceased by the late Daniel J. Mabin, and the late Raymond and Angeline Kruzick. He is survived by his mother Kathleen McKamey (Mabin) step-father Schaunn McKamey of Warminster, Pa., his f…
These Celebrities Call Southeastern Pennsylvania Home These Celebrities Call Southeastern Pennsylvania Home
These Celebrities Call Southeastern Pennsylvania Home Some actors, athletes, musicians, and television personalities call or at one point have called Southeastern Pennsylvania home. Maybe you saw them at the grocery store -- or are still hoping to. Either way, here's your common thread with the rich and famous. Taylor Swift (Singer/Songwriter): West Reading and Wyomissing, PA Yolanda Hadid (Television Personality/Former Model - "RHOBH," Mother to models Gigi, Bella, and Anwar Hadid): New Hope, PA View this post on Instagram A post shared by YOLANDA (@yolanda.hadid) Pink (Singer/Songwriter): …
Morris County Native, Artist, Skateboarder Michael Imperante Dies, 27 Morris County Native, Artist, Skateboarder Michael Imperante Dies, 27
Morris County Native, Artist, Skateboarder Michael Imperante Dies, 27 Morris County native, artist and skateboarder Michael A. Imperante died suddenly at home on April 21. He was 27. Born in Denville, Imperante lived in Bloomfield at the time of his death, his obituary says. Imperante manifested his creativity through drawing, writing and other art forms and enjoyed skateboarding, his memorial says. Imperante was also known for his one-of-a-kind spirit, wit, perspective and imagination. “His struggle is over and for those of us left, ours will begin,” his memorial reads. “You will be missed Michael, we will keep you with us, always in our hearts.” Impera…
UPDATE: Garden State Parkway 'Bridge Jumper' Turns Out To Be Skateboarders UPDATE: Garden State Parkway 'Bridge Jumper' Turns Out To Be Skateboarders
Update: Garden State Parkway 'Bridge Jumper' Turns Out To Be Skateboarders UPDATED: Police, firefighters and EMS crews were called for a water rescue along the Garden State Parkway in Middlesex County on a report of a bridge jumper, authorities said. It turns out that a motorist mistook a skateboarder for a jumper, according to New Jersey State Police. First responders arrived at the Driscoll Bridge in Woodbridge about 5 p.m., according to initial reports.  A boat from Perth Amboy also was requested to assist in the water search of the Raritan River, reports said. "Nobody actually jumped,'" Sgt. Philip Curry, a NJ state police spokesman said Thursday night.…