NYC DOT Employee Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Brooklyn Cyclist

The arrest comes nearly a year after the incident, highlighting concerns over road safety and cyclist fatalities in the U.S..

Akilo Cadogan, a Department of Transportation employee, was arrested for a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of Brooklyn bicyclist Eugene Schroeder.
The tragic event occurred on March 9, 2022, raising serious questions about road safety in New York City.
Recent statistics reveal a concerning trend, with preventable deaths from bicycle transportation incidents in the U.S. increasing by 37% over the last decade.
Schroeder's husband, John Rappaport, expressed a mix of grief and frustration, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability.
Cadogan pleaded not guilty to the charges, and his employment status with the DOT is currently listed as 'nonactive'.