Bicyclist's Life Cut Short in Bronx Crash

A driver is now facing serious charges for a hit-and-run that took the life of a young man from Guinea. The incident happened a year ago in the Bronx. The driver, Edward Montero, was recently arrested and charged with manslaughter and leaving the scene of an accident. He pleaded not guilty and is currently held on bail. The victim, Thierno Balde, was a 24-year-old immigrant from Guinea. He was riding his bike home from morning prayers at a mosque when he was struck by a speeding Jeep Grand Cherokee. Balde was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. He was rushed to the hospital but sadly did not survive his injuries. Balde had only been in the United States for about six months before the accident. He had a promising career in finance and banking back in Guinea and had recently moved to the U. S. to pursue new opportunities. His brother, Mamadou Balde, shared that Thierno was excited about his new life in America. The crash was captured on video. It shows Balde riding through a red light when he was hit by the Jeep. The driver of the Jeep, later identified as Montero, sped away from the scene without stopping to help. This is a critical point in the case, as leaving the scene of an accident is a serious offense. Montero's lawyer, James Kilduff, has stated that his client is looking forward to his day in court and is confident that he will be vindicated. This case raises important questions about road safety and the consequences of reckless driving. It also highlights the challenges faced by immigrants who are trying to build new lives in a foreign country. The community is still mourning the loss of Thierno Balde. His story serves as a reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of following traffic laws. It also underscores the need for better road safety measures to protect vulnerable road users, such as cyclists.