Police: Coram woman arrested for intentionally hitting person with car

Authorities say the victim and Philomena Mistretta had an argument around 4 a.m. in a parking lot along Montauk Highway.

News 12 Staff

Oct 27, 2024, 10:09 AM

Updated 60 days ago

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A Coram resident has been accused of intentionally striking a 63-year-old woman with a car Saturday in North Bellport, according to police.
Authorities say the victim and Philomena Mistretta, 51, had an argument around 4 a.m. in a parking lot along Montauk Highway.
Following the dispute, the suspect allegedly entered her 2004 Toyota Sienna and hit the woman.
The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries, according to police.
Mistretta was charged with assault and is expected to be arraigned Sunday.