A heartbreaking tragedy struck the Flatbush community Monday night, as Rabbi Beryl Boryde z”l, a beloved and respected member of the community, was fatally struck by a vehicle while returning home from Maariv. He was 70.
The fatal incident occurred at the intersection of East 5th Street and Avenue I, just one block from Rabbi Broyde’s home. Rabbi Broyde was on foot, heading back from shul, when he was hit by an oncoming car.
Hatzolah volunteers rushed to the scene and immediately began emergency lifesaving efforts. Rabbi Broyde was transported to Maimonides Medical Center, but tragically succumbed to his wounds shortly after arrival despite the valiant attempts to save his life.
The exact details of the accident are currently under investigation by the NYPD.
Rabbi Broyde was known in his community as a man wholly devoted to Torah and avodas Hashem. His sudden passing has left his family, friends, and neighbors in a state of shock .
Yehi zichro boruch.
{Matzav.com}