Lillie Carpenter Obituary, Death – An 80-year-old woman was killed in a tragic car crash on Thursday night when she lost control of her vehicle and collided with a tree, according to state police reports.
The victim, identified as Lillie Carpenter from Roosevelt, was driving her Toyota Camry northbound on Meadowbrook Parkway around 10:30 p.m. The crash occurred near the Southern State Parkway exit. Carpenter, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, lost control of her car, causing it to veer off the road and strike a tree.
First responders arrived on the scene, and despite efforts to provide assistance, Carpenter was pronounced dead due to the impact of the crash. Investigators from the state police have confirmed that speed and the wet condition of the roadway contributed to the loss of control. The specific causes behind these factors are still being investigated, and the incident remains under review.
Authorities have urged anyone with additional information about the crash to come forward. People who may have witnessed the event or have relevant details can contact the state police at (631) 756-3300 to assist with the ongoing investigation.