An 8-year-old New York boy, Mordechai Pinchos Spitzer, was tragically struck and killed by a school bus as he walked home from his yeshiva in Rockland County on Monday evening. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. in the village of New Square as the bus was making its rounds to drop off students, according to the Ramapo Police Department.
The young boy lost his life immediately due to the severity of his injuries. His father, Rabbi Yakov Yosef Spitzer, serves as the principal of the Skver girls’ school, as reported by The Yeshiva World news site.
Thankfully, the bus driver involved in the accident remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police investigation. In the aftermath, the police cordoned off the area surrounding the Jewish religious school on Clinton Lane and meticulously gathered evidence while interviewing witnesses.
The Ramapo Police Department’s accident reconstruction team is actively investigating the incident to determine the events leading to this tragic loss of life. Lieutenant Blaine Howell of the Ramapo Police emphasized the potential impact on the responding officers, explaining that a wellness team is available to provide support. Additionally, a debrief will likely be conducted to help officers process the emotional toll of this particular situation.
As we await further information from the ongoing investigation, our thoughts and sympathies go out to the Spitzer family and the entire yeshiva community, who are undoubtedly experiencing tremendous grief. This deeply distressing incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety.
Our target audience will find this information critical for raising awareness and promoting caution near schools and other areas where children gather. It is our shared responsibility to protect the lives of our youth and ensure they can navigate their daily routines safely.
In conclusion, with the devastating loss of Mordechai Pinchos Spitzer, the New Square community mourns the loss of such a young life in such a tragic accident. The investigation continues, and we urge everyone to keep the Spitzer family in their thoughts during this difficult time. Let us stand together in fostering a culture of safety and vigilance, particularly when it comes to protecting the lives and well-being of our children.
