Two Women Killed After Horrific Chain-Reaction Crash Rocks New York City Neighborhood

A busy New York City intersection turned into a scene of devastation after a violent chain-reaction crash killed two women and left several other people injured.

The collision happened on the afternoon of Friday, October 9, 2026, at the intersection of Allerton Avenue and Holland Avenue in the Bronx.

According to the New York Police Department, an 81-year-old man was driving a Mercedes-Benz C300 when the vehicle struck pedestrians crossing the street. The car then collided with several other vehicles, triggering a chain-reaction crash that sent emergency crews rushing to the scene.

The two women who died were identified as Angel Johnson, 39, and Robin Kennedy, 57. Both were taken to Jacobi Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead.

Two other female pedestrians, aged 60 and 84, were also struck. The 84-year-old woman remained in critical condition, while the 60-year-old woman was reported to be stable.

In total, nine people were transported to the hospital following the crash. The driver, his passenger and people in other vehicles also sustained injuries.

Witnesses described a chaotic and frightening scene as emergency personnel worked to help the injured. The impact also damaged nearby businesses, leaving residents shaken by what had happened in their neighborhood.

Johnson was remembered by a local resident as a friendly presence who regularly greeted people in the area. Her death has added to the grief felt by a community now struggling to understand how an ordinary afternoon could turn into such a tragedy.

Investigators are working to establish exactly what led to the collision. As of the latest reports, no arrests had been made, and the NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad was continuing its investigation.

Authorities have not announced a final determination of the cause, and the circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation.

For the families of Angel Johnson and Robin Kennedy, the tragedy means losing loved ones without warning. For the wider neighborhood, it is a painful reminder of how quickly a routine trip across the street can change lives forever.

Sources:

PEOPLE

CBS New York

ACB