Posted on: September 21, 2025 08:55 AM

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Suspect who allegedly intentionally ran over killed Queens teen is in the country illegally ICE says

It happened early Saturday morning in Elmhurst, Queens.

Edwin Cruz Gomez, 38, faces a host of charges, including murder, attempted murder, assault, vehicular manslaughter, and driving under the influence. If convicted of murder, he could face 25 years to life in prison.

Prosecutors say Cruz Gomez was outside a restaurant and encountered 16-year-old Jhoanny Alvarez and her boyfriend, as well as her mother and stepfather.