Shirley Coon, 81, killed in pedestrian accident with hit-and-run driver on State Route 29 in Greenwich, New York

Modified Date: 
Sun, 02/22/2015 - 11:38am
Accident Date: 
Thursday, February 19, 2015

Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 15 killed in hit-and-run

Though the SUV is not believed to have been involved in the accident, the sheriff's office believes the people inside it may have information about the vehicle that left the scene. Those with information on either vehicle are asked to contact the sheriff at 746-2475, Ext. 1.

Authorities search for information after pedestrian hit, killed in Greenwich

“Over the years we’ve had a few incidents about it,” he said. “I know there’s been discussion with DOT with putting a crosswalk.”
Shirley Coon, 81, from Greenwich, was killed Thursday evening in a hit-and-run car accident along State Route 29. Authorities are seeking a light-colored, small SUV, possibly a Jeep or Kia Sportage-type vehicle, that was traveling behind the eastbound vehicle that left the crash site.  Investigators are also asking local body shops and parts stores to watch for customers with unexplained front-end vehicle damage. Coon is survived by four children, 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A memorial service will take place Friday, Feb. 27 at the Bottskill Baptist Church in Greenwich. 
Topics: 
Hit and Run
People Involved: 
Shirley Coon
Roadway: 
State Route 29

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