Actress Kianna Underwood and a former Nickelodeon child star tragically died in a hit-and-run incident on January 16. Both were 33 years old.
According to reports, the accident occurred in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Underwood was crossing the intersection of Watkins Street and Pitkin Avenue around 6:50 a.m. local time when a black Ford SUV struck her.
Video footage shows the SUV continued driving with Underwood’s body underneath for nearly a block. Her body was later found at the intersection of Osborn Street and Pitkin Avenue, where she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have not yet made any arrests in connection with the hit-and-run. Authorities are investigating, and PEOPLE has reached out to the NYPD for more details.
Kianna Underwood had a notable career in television and film. She appeared in several shows after her early work on Nickelodeon. She voiced the character Fuschia Glover for 23 episodes of Little Bill between 1999 and 2004. She also acted in The 24 Hour Woman, starring alongside Rosie Perez, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Patti LuPone.
The former Nickelodeon child star was remembered fondly by fans and colleagues. Her early appearances on the network helped launch her career in entertainment, and she continued to work steadily as an adult actor.
This tragic event highlights the dangers pedestrians face in busy urban areas. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the SUV or driver to come forward to help with the investigation.
The deaths of Kianna Underwood and the former Nickelodeon child star have shocked fans across social media. Tributes have poured in, remembering their contributions to television and film, and honoring their lives and careers.
As investigations continue, authorities are working to identify the driver and bring justice for the victims.
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