Fatal Parking Dispute: NYC Tow Truck Driver's Punch Kills Man

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A 61-year-old man, Carlyle Thomas, died after being punched by a 30-year-old tow truck driver during a dispute over a parking spot at a Brooklyn gas station, where he often parked temporarily. The altercation turned physical, leading to Thomas falling and hitting the pavement, resulting in his death. The tow truck driver was taken into custody, and charges are pending. Friends and family expressed shock and grief over the tragic incident, emphasizing Thomas' good character and the senselessness of his death over a $10 parking fee.
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