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Melville woman accused of killing e-bike rider in DWI crash

Authorities say Jennifer Kirkpatrick hit the victim near Bagatelle Road and Express Drive South.

News 12 Staff

Oct 25, 2025, 8:08 AM

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A Melville woman accused of driving drunk and fatally striking an e-bike rider was arrested early Saturday morning, according to police.

Authorities say Jennifer Kirkpatrick hit the victim just after 1 a.m. near Bagatelle Road and Express Drive South.

They say 28-year-old Joseph Melendez, of Wyandanch, was rushed to a hospital and pronounced dead.

Kirkpatrick was also hospitalized with minor injuries.

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