Brooklyn Men Charged in Staged Crash Insurance Scam

Jaime Huiracocha and Victor Murillo, two Brooklyn men, have been charged with orchestrating staged car crashes on New York City highways to file false insurance claims, including a widely viewed Belt Parkway incident that circulated on social media. Prosecutors allege Huiracocha recruited participants with cash offers and provided detailed instructions, while Murillo served as the primary driver. The group reportedly used headphones for coordination and a tarp to hide seat-switching after crashes. Dashcam footage from a victim played a key role in exposing the scheme and attracted significant public attention. Both men face charges such as insurance fraud, conspiracy, reckless endangerment, and grand larceny, with possible sentences of up to 15 years. Authorities highlight the risks these schemes pose to the public and the importance of reporting suspected insurance fraud.