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Suspect arrested for fatally striking man on Major Deegan Expressway

Authorities say 47-year-old Robert Blakney was driving a Chevy suburban southbound when he struck the victim.

News 12 Staff

Feb 7, 2026, 7:07 AM

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A suspect was arrested for fatally striking a man on the Major Deegan Expressway Friday in the Bronx, police said.

Authorities said 47-year-old Robert Blakney was driving a Chevy suburban southbound when he struck the victim around 5 a.m. EMS responded and pronounced the victim dead at the scene.

Police said Blakney remained at the scene of the accident. He has been charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.

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