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Attorney general reviewing death of teen killed in New Hyde Park following police pursuit

By Larissa Fuentes Posted on July 17, 2025

State Attorney General Letitia James’s Office of Special Investigation is conducting a preliminary assessment into the death of 15‑year‑old Antonio Benitez, who was fatally struck by a motor vehicle while fleeing police on an electric bicycle on Saturday night, July 12.

Under state law, the office has the authority to investigate and prosecute cases where a police or peace officer may have caused the death of a person, or where there is uncertainty about whether the officer was responsible.

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Attorney general reviewing death of teen killed in New Hyde Park following police pursuit

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