July 10, 2025 BROOKLYN, NY – A quiet Tuesday morning in Brooklyn turned tragic when a 90-year-old man, Zhuo Xie, was fatally struck by a moped in a hit-and-run collision while attempting to cross a street in the Madison neighborhood. The devastating incident, which occurred around 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of East 14th Street and Avenue U, has left the community reeling and highlights the ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in New York City.

According to police reports, Xie, a Brooklyn resident, was in the crosswalk when he was hit by a blue moped traveling southbound on East 14th Street. Authorities confirmed the moped had a green light at the time of the impact. Xie suffered severe head trauma and was rushed to NYU Langone Health-Brooklyn, where he was pronounced dead.

In a disturbing turn of events, the moped operator fled the scene immediately after the collision, failing to render aid or provide identification. As of Wednesday afternoon, no arrests have been made, and the NYPD investigation is ongoing.

This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by pedestrians, particularly elderly individuals, on city streets. The search for the moped driver continues, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help ensure the safety of all road users.

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