They do not believe drugs or alcohol were a factor. Parisi also knew fellow Pearl River senior Aisha Radoncic, of Orangeburg, who was driving the 2017 Porsche Macan SUV and survived the crash. Pochintesta said grief counselors would be on hand to help students throughout the week. Nezaj, who came from a large, close-knit Albanian-American family, was an excellent student and a standout athlete at Pearl River High School. She remains in Westchester Medical Center. James Brown said the incidents is an open criminal case and certain information cannot be released at this time. They do not believe drugs or alcohol were a … There’s no word on what caused the collision. She was in good condition … Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed. It charges that defendants Jason Castro, 44, of Nanuet, and Aisha Radoncic, (and her parents, Tifa Radoncic, and Naser Radoncic, who is also known as Naser Redzepagic) of Orangeburg were “negligent, wanton, reckless and careless” in causing the crash on Oct. 13, 2019. In keeping with Muslim tradition, Cekic was to be laid to rest quickly. Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed when a collision sent their SUV plunging 50 feet off an overpass onto train tracks below on Rockland County. Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. … CBS2's Tony Aiello. msn back to msn home news. Reach him at slieberm@lohud.com and on Twitter: @lohudlegal. Our sympathies go out to all the families involved in this horrible event.”. “They were closing the pool for the season and they went to go buy bagels or something,” he said, holding back tears. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, also a student at Pearl River High School, remains hospitalized and is listed in good condition. I don’t know why is … my wife is broken down. “We find ourselves in the midst of an awful, awful tragedy. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. Our family is devastated now,” cousin Ismael Cekic added. My son is destroyed,” Began Cekic said. ... 17 year-old Altin Nezaj was killed, along with a 15 year-old from Brooklyn. Damiani said he originally thought Castro would be involved in a civil case, but then the police began interviewing him. I don’t know why is … my wife is broken down. The driver, Aisha Radoncic, 17, of Orangeburg, was seriously injured. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. 'Our family is devastated': 2 teens dead after fiery crash sends SUV tumbling from overpass. Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. Murrow High School, with dreams of becoming a doctor or lawyer. Aisha Radoncic, 17, of Orangeburg, New York, the driver of the Porsche the trio were riding in, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. … The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. “We started trying to put out the fire. My son … they’re only 15 years old. The driver of the other vehicle was not hurt. Finally, I am extremely grateful to everyone from our Office of Emergency Management, Chief McCullagh and all the men and women of the Clarkstown Police Department. The driver, Aisha Radoncic, 17, of Orangeburg, was seriously injured. Orangetown police arrested Radoncic on Monday and Castro on Tuesday. An Orangeburg teen remains in critical condition at Westchester Medical Center following Sunday’s car accident in Pearl River that left two teens dead. I have no indication there was any agreement to have a race.". "Aside from the tragic deaths and pain suffered by the families, we don't have any indication our client is criminally responsible," Damiani said. I kept seeing the flames. Family, School In Grief After 2 Teens Killed In SUV Crash, Driver Remains In Critical Condition.. News video on One News Page on Monday, 14 October 2019 Two senior students were involved in a horrible accident yesterday,” Superintendent Marco Pochintesta told reporters Monday.Pochintesta said grief counselors would be on hand to help students throughout the week.“This is a remarkable community for its resilience and its ability to come together in times of tragedy, and this is no different,” he said.“We’re always going to remember Altin Nezaj as the terrific student and athlete that he was,” he added.Residents said they heard the crash around 3:30 p.m. Sunday near the Crooked Hill Road Overpass on Route 304 in Pearl River.“I was washing the car and all of a sudden, I heard this big bang,” neighbor Joe Geppner told WCBS.They desperately tried to help as the teens’ Porsche burst into flames.“We started trying to get fire extinguishers and we started trying to put out the fire, because all we heard was this poor girl screaming, and she was screaming terribly,” Geppner said.The driver of the other vehicle was not hurt. The judge did not make a decision, he said. “If there is an angel, she is an angel. "It was a terrible tragedy and my heart goes out the families who lost loved ones," Hughes said. She was released  without bail for a scheduled court appearance on June 30. 17 year-old Aisha Radoncic of Orangeburg was reportedly in good condition at Westchester Medical Center. Orangeburg Police say drugs or alcohol do not appear to be a factor in the crash. Attorney John Hughes, representing Radoncic, said he's awaiting the investigative reports before commenting. Radoncic was arraigned Tuesday in the Youth Part of the Rockland Superior Court by Judge Larry J Schwartz. Family, School In Grief After 2 Teens Killed In SUV Crash, Another In Critical Condition: Saniha Cekic,.. News video on One News Page on Monday, 14 October 2019 “To tell you the truth, it took a long time. “That was her destiny.”Radoncic and Nezaj knew each other from Pearl River High School, where they were seniors.“We find ourselves in the midst of an awful, awful tragedy. Her 17-year-old cousin, Aisha Radoncic, was behind the wheel of the Porche SUV they were riding in. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. Castro's attorney, Gerard Damiani, said he had yet to see any evidence from the police and prosecution concerning his client. The road has had numerous accidents in the area. Castro of Nanuet drove a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta and was not injured. Both victims were in the same vehicle, a Porsche driven by Aisha Radoncic, 17, of Orangeburg. Two passengers in the Porsche, Pearl River High School senior and football player Altin Nezaj, 17, and 15-year-old Saniha Cekic of Brooklyn, were killed. The entire team attended his wake at a Yonkers funeral home. Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed when a collision sent their SUV plunging 50 feet off an overpass onto train tracks below on Rockland County. She’s a twin. Our local coverage is only possible with support from our readers. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. “We’re always going to remember Altin Nezaj as the terrific student and athlete that he was,” he added. He said she's still recovering from her injuries. All rights reserved. Pearl River school Superintendent Marco Pochintesta said the victims of the Oct. 13 crash continued to be remembered by the district community. Cekic and Radonic were cousins and spending the weekend at Radonic’s parents’ house in Rockland County. powered by Microsoft News. The driver of the Jetta was not injured and police are still investigating the cause of the crash. “To tell you the truth, it took a long time. "We need to remind our young drivers that cars aren’t toys," Walsh said. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, of Orangeburg was seriously injured by survived. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "The allegations are that the two arrested individuals were engaged in a road race. The driver of the Jetta was not injured and police are still investigating the cause of the crash. Only 15, all her life in front of her.”“She was a beautiful child, beautiful, beautiful cousin, beautiful daughter. Conditions are definitely worsening, winds are picking up and snow is coming down at one to three inches an hour. On the Pirates football team, Nezaj wore number 71, a 6-foot-2-inch, 205-pound defensive lineman. Detective Sgt. Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. Murrow High School, with dreams of becoming a doctor or lawyer. Her 17-year-old cousin, Aisha Radoncic, was behind the wheel of the Porche SUV they were riding in. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, also a student at Pearl River High School, remains hospitalized and is listed in good condition. “This is a remarkable community for its resilience and its ability to come together in times of tragedy, and this is no different,” he said. Pochintesta said people should follow the school’s website and Facebook page for updates on upcoming memorial services. WITNESS TELLS HOW HE RESPONDED: Pearl River crash scene neighbor tells how he tried to rescue teens, GOOD KID: Pearl River crash victim Altin Nezaj 'a good soul' with 'the biggest smile', SURVIVOR: Pearl River crash survivor is 2nd in her family to dodge death. The tributes continue for the teen this weekend. “I was watching the car and all of a sudden I heard this big bang,” witness Joe Geppner told WCBS . Both Radoncic and Castro pleaded not guilty to the charges. Damiani said the prosecution asked the judge for a delay in presenting evidence and witness statements to the defense within 10 days of arrest under the state justice reforms. He said his daughter and Radoncic were cousins and were spending the long weekend together at her aunt’s house in Rockland County, New York. The tributes continue for the teen this weekend. My son … they’re only 15 years old. Radoncic, who was treated at the Westchester Medical Center and released, and Cekic were cousins. She managed to escape the wreck and is in critical condition. “That was her destiny.”. ©2021, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of KETV-TV. She’s the only daughter I have. “I was watching the car and all of a sudden I heard this big bang,” witness Joe Geppner told WCBS. Residents said they heard the crash around 3:30 p.m. Sunday near the Crooked Hill Road Overpass on Route 304 in Pearl River. “We started trying to get fire extinguishers and we started trying to put out the fire, because all we heard was this poor girl screaming, and she was screaming terribly,” Geppner said. Radoncic remains in critical condition at Westchester Medical Center. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. James Sullivan said at the time there was no indication of drug or alcohol use by the drivers or passengers. PEARL RIVER — More than eight months after the fiery crash that took the lives of her cousin and a high school friend, the Orangeburg woman who drove the sports car that raced down Route 304 and a second driver have been charged with criminally negligent homicide, police said Wednesday. Police are still investigating the crash but have not found evidence of drugs or alcohol. They also were given several vehicle and traffic law infractions. The driver, Aisha Radoncic, 17, of Orangeburg, was seriously injured. Funeral services for 17 year-old Altin Nezaj were held yesterday in Yonkers. Services were planned for a mosque in Astoria, Queens, on Monday night, Aiello reported. Two senior students were involved in a horrible accident yesterday,” Superintendent Marco Pochintesta told reporters Monday. Newstral is a hyper local aggregator with all news about Pearl River from newspapers and blogs: local, regional and international. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, also a student at Pearl River High School, remains hospitalized and is listed in good condition. “Thank God the fire department came and they started dousing it with water and whatever else they could,” said Geppner. Authorities say the driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, first hit a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta before careening off the overpass. Orangetown Police say drugs or alcohol do not appear to be a factor in the crash. CBSN New York''s Tony Aiello reports. “She was a beautiful child, beautiful, beautiful cousin, beautiful daughter. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, of Orangeburg was seriously injured by survived. Watch the video above to learn more about this story. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. Our family is devastated now,” cousin Ismael Cekic added.He said his daughter and Radoncic were cousins and were spending the long weekend together at her aunt’s house in Rockland County, New York.“They were closing the pool for the season and they went to go buy bagels or something,” he said, holding back tears. “If there is an angel, she is an angel. “Honor students, top of their class. A New York community is in mourning after a fiery crash killed two teens and left another with serious injuries.A collision sent their SUV plunging 50 feet off an overpass onto train tracks below on Sunday afternoon.Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed. She’s the only daughter I have. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from … Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed. No matter what they did, they just kept coming up.”In keeping with Muslim tradition, Cekic was to be laid to rest quickly. It charges that defendants Jason Castro, 44, of Nanuet, and Aisha Radoncic, (and her parents, Tifa Radoncic, and Naser Radoncic, who is also known as … The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, also a student at Pearl River High School, remains hospitalized and is listed in good condition. All we heard was this poor girl screaming. Steve Lieberman covers government, breaking news, courts, police and investigations. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. Her cousin – 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic – drove Cekic and their friend – 17-year-old Altin Nezaj – in her aunt’s Porche SUV to pick up groceries. They do not believe drugs or alcohol were a … Sign up today for a digital subscription. The driver of the other car was uninjured. CBS2's Tony Aiello. Orangetown Police Chief Donald Butterworth said the investigation took time and dedication. © 2021 www.lohud.com. He is the older brother of Aisha Radoncic, the driver in this week's crash. The driver of the car, 17 year-old Aisha Radoncic, was reportedly in good condition at Westchester Medical Center yesterday, according to published reports. Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. She managed to escape the wreck and is in critical condition. Authorities say the driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, first hit a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta before careening off the overpass. Only 15, all her life in front of her.”. No matter what they did, they just kept coming up.”. Don't miss anything about Altin Nezaj, Aisha Radoncic, Saniha Cekic, Jason T. Castro, Chris Christie, Jason Castro, Marco Pochintesta and others. His wrestling coach remembered him as a great teammate and competitor whom they called “Big Al.” In track-and-field, he threw the discus and shot put. The crash occurred on northbound Route 304 in the vicinity of the Crooked Hill Road overpass at approximately 3:26 p.m. that Saturday over the Columbus Day weekend. They desperately tried to help as the teens’ Porsche burst into flames. “I can’t bear. There’s no word on what caused the collision.Route 304 was shut down and part of the NJ Transit Pascack Valley line was suspended in both directions as emergency responders worked to extinguish the fire.“Thank God the fire department came and they started dousing it with water and whatever else they could,” said Geppner. 15 year-old Saniha Cekic of Brooklyn, a cousin of the car’s driver, was buried Tuesday. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived, CBS2’s Tony Aiello reported. PEARL RIVER – Orangetown Police have released the identities of the two teens killed in a car crash in Pearl River on Sunday. "As we approach graduation, we especially recall the memory of Altin Nezaj, member of the Class of 2020, who we have held in our hearts throughout the year, and we offer our thoughts to the Nezaj, Cekic and Radoncic relatives and loved ones," Pochintesta said in a statement. “Honor students, top of their class. Castro was arraigned by Justice Patrick Loftus and released without bail pending a court appearance scheduled for Aug. 10. A collision sent their SUV plunging 50 feet off an overpass onto train tracks below on Sunday afternoon. Radoncic and Nezaj knew each other from Pearl River High School, where they were seniors. “I was watching the car and all of a sudden I heard this big bang,” witness Joe Geppner told WCBS . powered by Microsoft News. CBSN New York''s Tony Aiello reports. "What appears to be an exciting race turns into a tragedy that has forever impacted numerous families and Pearl River as a community. Read more articles and bio. "Our Accident Investigation Team and their partners in the NYS Police and the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office have been deeply committed to this investigation from its start," he said. The Porsche driver, 17-year-old Orangeburg resident Aisha Radoncic, was injured and taken to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, where she was in … The driver of the Jetta was not injured and police are still investigating the cause of the crash. msn back to msn home news. Nezaj died at the scene, while emergency room personnel pronounced Cekic dead at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, also a student at Pearl River High School, remains hospitalized and is listed in good condition. Her cousin – 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic – drove Cekic and their friend – 17-year-old Altin Nezaj – in her aunt’s Porche SUV to pick up groceries. We expect near white out conditions overnight so please stay home. Receive daily coronavirus & public health news straight to your inbox. Capt. She had been airlifted to the hospital. A New York community is in mourning after a fiery crash killed two teens and left another with serious injuries. Cekic and Radonic were cousins and spending the weekend at Radonic’s parents’ house in Rockland County. Police arrested Castro and Radoncic on two felony counts of criminally negligent homicide and misdemeanor counts of reckless driving, speed contests, and races. Route 304 was shut down and part of the NJ Transit Pascack Valley line was suspended in both directions as emergency responders worked to extinguish the fire. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived. She’s a twin. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, from Orangeburg, was badly hurt but survived.Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. Murrow High School, with dreams of becoming a doctor or lawyer.“I can’t bear. The driver of the Jetta was not injured and police are still investigating the cause of the crash. Cekic’s heartbroken father said she was an honor student at Edward R. … Orangetown police accused Aisha Radoncic, then 17, and Jason Castro of driving recklessly on Oct. 13 as they raced down the road, triggering a crash that killed two people in Radoncic… "I have no information other than the allegations. It charges that defendants Jason Castro, 44, of Nanuet, and Aisha Radoncic, (and her parents, Tifa Radoncic, and Naser Radoncic, who is also known as … Orangetown police accused Aisha Radoncic, then 17, and Jason Castro of driving recklessly on Oct. 13 as they raced down the road, triggering a crash that killed two people in Radoncic's 2017 Porsche Macan. My son is destroyed,” Began Cekic said. "Ms. Radoncic also was a victim and not the culpable party.". Orangetown and state police accident investigation officers spent weeks reconstructing the crash and reviewing the evidence with the state police to determine the cause. Cekic and Radonic were cousins and spending the weekend at Radonic’s parents’ house in Rockland County. All news from Pearl River. Services were planned for a mosque in Astoria, Queens, on Monday night, Aiello reported.Pochintesta said people should follow the school’s website and Facebook page for updates on upcoming memorial services.Radoncic remains in critical condition at Westchester Medical Center.Watch the video above to learn more about this story. Saniha Cekic, a 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn, and Altin Nezaj, a 17-year-old boy from Pearl River, were both killed. Butterworth and District Attorney Thomas Walsh also recalled the young people who died in the crash. The driver, 17-year-old Aisha Radoncic, of Orangeburg was seriously injured by survived. They do not believe drugs or alcohol were a factor. 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