Julio Cachago arrested in pedestrian hit-and-run on Stanton Street

Driver flees following strike in Lower East Side crosswalk

December 18, 2025 | Manhattan, NY

A 54-year-old man from Queens faces serious charges after a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a woman in her 60s on Manhattan's Lower East Side.

Julio Cachago, 54, of Queens, faces a criminally negligent homicide charge in the death of a woman in her 60s struck in a crosswalk on Stanton Street.

Police report that Julio Cachago was driving when his vehicle struck the pedestrian around 7 p.m. while she was legally crossing Stanton Street in a marked crosswalk. He fled the scene, but authorities later apprehended him.

The victim received immediate medical attention and was transported to a nearby hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries.

What Happened in the Crash?

• Date and Time: Dec. 18, 2025, around 7 p.m.
• Location: Stanton Street, Lower East Side, Manhattan, NY
• Victim Details: Woman in her 60s, struck while in a crosswalk
• Suspect: Julio Cachago, 54, from Queens
• Charges: Criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene of an accident, failure to yield to a pedestrian in a motor vehicle
• Vehicle Involved: Passenger car

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances, including potential factors such as speed or visibility at dusk.

Why Do Hit-and-Run Accidents Occur?

Hit-and-run incidents often stem from drivers' fear of consequences, such as unlicensed operation or impairment. In urban areas like Manhattan, dense traffic and pedestrian activity heighten risks.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), hit-and-run fatalities have risen steadily, contributing to broader road safety challenges.

Hit-and-Run Statistics in the U.S.

This table highlights the growing concern, with data underscoring the need for stricter enforcement and awareness campaigns.

Legal Insights

National legal analysts offer insight into navigating such tragedies, emphasizing the importance of thorough investigations.

“In cases such as this, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney in a timely manner to protect the family of a victim’s rights,” said Candice Bond, managing partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for Newsline. “Having the proper resources is extremely important in order to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence. Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must be thoroughly examined.”

Key takeaways from analyst insights:

• Independent investigation can uncover negligence, including environmental factors like poor lighting.
• Families may pursue compensation for medical costs, funeral expenses, and emotional distress.
• Holding drivers accountable requires detailed evidence gathering to establish fault.

“An incident is considered a wrongful death when either a person or entity commits a wrongful or negligent act resulting in a person's death,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “When vehicle accident fatalities result from unsafe driving, aggressive or distracted driving, speeding, hit-and-run, or driving under the influence, family members are usually left with the option to pursue a civil action against the responsible motorist.”

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