According to information released by Nassau County police, the fatal collision occurred at approximately 2:48 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Rodriguez was crossing Sunrise Highway in a northbound direction when he was struck by a 2026 BMW X3 30. Investigators reported that the vehicle was being driven southbound on Wantagh Avenue before its driver attempted to make a left turn onto Sunrise Highway.
Emergency responders arrived and transported Rodriguez to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Although his age and hometown have been identified, further details about his early life, family, career, personal achievements and community involvement have not been publicly confirmed. His family’s personal tributes and funeral arrangements have also not been released in the available information.
The Nassau County Police Department’s Homicide Squad is investigating the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian collision. The driver reportedly remained at the scene, and no criminal charges had been announced in the available report.
The accident also resulted in temporary closures of eastbound Sunrise Highway lanes as emergency personnel investigated the scene.
Victor Rodriguez’s death is a heartbreaking loss. As his loved ones navigate this difficult period, he is remembered with sympathy and respect. May those who knew him find comfort in their memories of his life.