It was a quiet Friday night that turned tragic on June 6, 2025. Around 10:30 p.m., a 61‑year‑old woman was trying to cross Lakeville Road by 430 Lakeville Road in Lake Success when a southbound 2024 Chevrolet Silverado hit her and kept going. Police arrived quickly and rushed her to a nearby hospital, but sadly, a doctor pronounced her dead.
The driver, police say, was 32‑year‑old Rajvir Singh Bharaj from North New Hyde Park. Officers found him near the scene, and after a “thorough investigation determined that the driver was intoxicated,” Bharaj was arrested.
He’s now facing three major charges: Vehicular Manslaughter in the 2nd Degree, Leaving the Scene of an Incident, and Driving While Intoxicated. He’s expected to be arraigned at the First District Court, located at 99 Main Street in Hempstead, as authorities continue piecing together what led to this heartbreaking crash.
It’s hard not to feel for the victim’s family—something so preventable ending so suddenly in the span of just a few seconds. This incident has once again sparked conversation about road safety on Long Island, and what more can be done to prevent tragedy—especially when alcohol is involved.
The case also raises tough questions about what drivers owe pedestrians, and the real consequences of driving under the influence. Leaving the scene only amplifies the pain and confusion for everyone involved. The investigation is still ongoing, with police promising more updates as they gather evidence and speak to witnesses.
In the meantime, this late‑night intersection near Lake Success is now the focus of community concern and caution. Neighbors and Long Island residents are left steering between sorrow and frustration, hoping that lessons are learned, and that those responsible are held accountable.
If you were in the area that night and remember anything at all—no matter how small—Nassau County police are asking you to please come forward. Your details could help grease the wheels of justice and give some closure to a grieving family.
From this painful moment, let’s hold onto a shared resolve: to slow down, to stay sober behind the wheel, and to see each other out there on the roads. Because it only takes seconds for life to change forever.