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Deadly accident in Wantagh sparks concerns about elderly drivers

A fatal accident on Sunrise Highway in Wantagh Tuesday has many area residents concerned about elderly drivers. Karel Velicka, 33, of Staten Island was pronounced dead at the scene after he was involved

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Jul 26, 2006, 6:34 PM

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