Brooklyn woman charged with murder for deliberately running over another woman — Blue and red light flasher of a patrol police car at night. Police force department in full activity with turned on lights. Night patrolling of the city with emergency flashers. Security sirens on the Canadian police vehicle.

Brooklyn, NY – The Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office announced the indictment of Naomi Broomes, a 33-year-old woman from East New York, Brooklyn, charged with murder after allegedly running over another woman with her car. This grave incident occurred inside a parking lot in East New York and was captured on surveillance footage.

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez expressed the severity of the situation, stating that the defendant escalated an argument to a deadly level, intentionally killing the victim, Shakira Serrano, aged 24, by driving over her after a physical altercation. This act of violence, described as cold-hearted and senseless, has led to a firm resolve to seek justice for the victim.

Broomes was arraigned before Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Vincent Del Giudice, facing charges of second-degree murder, leaving the scene without reporting, and criminal possession of a weapon. Held without bail, Broomes could face up to 25 years to life in prison if convicted of the top charge. The tragic event unfolded on January 11, 2024, following an argument that turned fatal when Broomes, driving a vehicle, allegedly ran over Serrano and then fled the scene.

This case highlights the drastic consequences of escalating conflicts and the importance of legal accountability in violent crimes. The Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office is committed to ensuring that such violent behavior is not tolerated, emphasizing the tragic loss of life and the need for justice in this shocking murder.

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