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Tragedy in Spring Valley: Four-Year-Old Killed, Three Others Injured in Suspected DWI Crash on Old Nyack Turnpike

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SPRING VALLEY, NY — A devastating crash in Village of Spring Valley has claimed the life of a four-year-old girl and left three others — including two young children — seriously injured after they were struck by a vehicle while walking on the sidewalk. The incident occurred on the evening of Friday, June 14, around 9:20 PM, near 142 Old Nyack Turnpike, as families were leaving a nearby park.

According to the Spring Valley Police Department, officers responded to a call reporting a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, Ramapo Police and emergency medical personnel were already on the scene providing aid. The investigation determined that multiple pedestrians were struck on the sidewalk by a car that later became disabled nearby, with the driver still wedged inside the vehicle when authorities arrived.

Four victims — a two-year-old boy, a five-year-old boy, a 31-year-old man, and a four-year-old girl — were rushed to Westchester Medical Center with injuries ranging from minor to life-threatening. Tragically, despite emergency medical efforts, the four-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries several hours later. The Monsey Scoop has identified her as the daughter of Spring Valley Trustee Sruly Eisenbach.

The driver, identified as 41-year-old Axel Lopez-Santiago of Spring Valley, was also injured and transported to Good Samaritan Hospital. A preliminary investigation indicated that Lopez-Santiago was allegedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash.

Following the investigation, Lopez-Santiago was arrested and charged with the following:

Aggravated Vehicular Homicide (Penal Law 125.14(3)) — with a prior DWI conviction

Aggravated Vehicular Homicide (Penal Law 125.14(5)) — causing one death and serious injury to at least one other

Vehicular Assault in the First Degree (Penal Law 120.04(3))

Reckless Driving (VTL 1212)

Driving While Intoxicated (VTL 1192(3))

He was arraigned on Sunday, June 15 at 2:00 PM in Spring Valley Justice Court before Judge Mellion and held on $750,000 cash bail.

Photo by Ramapo Buffs.

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Traffic Stop Turns Violent; Two Ramapo Officers Hurt

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Two Ramapo Police Officers Injured During Violent Arrest

Ramapo, NY — Two Town of Ramapo Police Officers were injured Thursday evening during a traffic stop that escalated into a violent arrest. The incident occurred after officers pulled over a 27-year-old man from Nanuet, NY, for a traffic violation.

Police say the suspect had a suspended license, a bench warrant from New Hempstead, and an arrest warrant from the Town of Clarkstown. When officers attempted to arrest him, he allegedly resisted violently, injuring both officers.

The suspect was ultimately subdued and taken into custody. He is now facing multiple charges, including felony assault in the second degree, and is being processed at Ramapo Police Headquarters.

The officers are being treated at a local hospital for their injuries.

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Firearm and Narcotics Seized During Hillcrest Traffic Stop; Spring Valley Woman Arrested

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July 5, 2025

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During a midnight patrol on July 4, 2025, officers in the Hillcrest area initiated a traffic stop after observing a vehicle with multiple violations, including inoperable lights and a suspended registration.

Upon further investigation, officers discovered a .25-caliber handgun, suspected crack cocaine, and various items of drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. The driver, a 46-year-old female resident of Spring Valley, was taken into custody at the scene.

She has been charged with the following offenses:

  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon

  • Multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations

The suspect was arraigned and released on her own recognizance, in accordance with current legal guidelines. She is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

This arrest highlights our continued commitment to maintaining public safety and enforcing the law. We commend the officers involved for their vigilance and professionalism in helping keep our community safe.

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