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Suffolk County Police apprehended Alexander Cerda, of Bay Shore, on suspicion of leaving the scene of a fatal crash and related charges in the death of 52-year-old Eric Perez, the agency announced Thursday, March 13.
Perez was attempting to cross Main Street near Shore Lane in Bay Shore when he was struck by a vehicle at around 2:10 a.m. Saturday, March 8, as Daily Voice reported. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Cerda is charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash involving a fatality, grand larceny, and criminal mischief. He was scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip later Thursday.
Additional details about Perez’ life were not immediately available. Loved ones are invited to share a statement, funeral details, and/or photos by emailing mmashburn@dailyvoice.com.
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