NYPD Officers Accused of Abandoning Crash Victim in Inwood Fire

Inwood Crash Highlights Allegations of NYPD Officer Neglect A tragic incident in Inwood, New York City, on April 2, 2025, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability after surveillance footage emerged appearing to show NYPD officers leaving the scene of a deadly car crash before emergency services arrived. The driver, 31-year-old Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, perished in the ensuing fire. The video, which has circulated widely on social media, shows a high-speed police chase ending in a fiery crash. Seconds later, an NYPD police cruiser appears to stop briefly before driving away. The family's attorney, speaking to reporters, stated, "We're seeing a crime being committed. They could have helped get him out." Emergency crews reportedly arrived 20 minutes after the crash. NYPD officials have responded, stating that Parra was speeding in a stolen vehicle. The attorney countered, "If he was doing something wrong, get him help, get him to the hospital, cuff him to the bed, and process him. But you don't leave him there to die, not only to die but to burn." The incident is under investigation, and the NYPD has yet to release an official statement regarding the officers' actions. This case underscores the need for thorough investigations into police conduct and highlights the devastating consequences of alleged negligence in emergency situations. The family's pursuit of justice and accountability serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and responsibility in law enforcement.