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Daily Record
8 hours ago
- Daily Record
Woman arrested after Netflix star killed in horror hit-and-run
Million Dollar Beach House star Sara Burack, 40, was found by police unconscious at the side of the road. A popular Netflix star has been killed in a horror hit-and-run, which sparked a large-scale manhunt to find the driver. Sara Burack, an estate agent known for appearing on Million Dollar Beach House, was struck by a car just before 3am on Thursday, June 19, on Montauk Highway in Hampton Bays, New York. The 40-year-old was discovered "unconscious and with serious injuries" by emergency services, according to a press release from the Southampton Town Police Department. She was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital, but tragically died a short time later. A huge search was launched by local and state authorities for the driver responsible, who had fled the scene, the Mirror reports. 32-year-old Amanda Kempton, from the state of Virginia, was eventually traced, arrested and charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident involving a fatality, which is punishable by up to four years behind bars. Officials have not yet revealed information about how she was identified as a suspect, but have urged anybody with information on the incident to come forward to the police to assist their investigation. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sara had once worked for high-end property company Nest Seekers International, which operates in Manhattan and the Hamptons. Her time with the firm saw her feature in the Netflix show, which followed a team of ambitious young agents trying to sell multi-million dollar properties in the Hamptons. The show's description reads: "The competition is fierce - and the drama undeniable - as a group of young and hungry agents try to seal the deal on luxury listings in the Hamptons." Despite leaving the firm over a year ago, she stayed in touch with ex-colleagues. Geoff Gifkins, its Hamptons regional manager, said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends. Please be kind and respectful as this is a tremendous loss to her parents and close friends." Sara started out working in her family's commercial construction and materials company. She previously told "I have always been intrigued by real estate projects and decided to become a broker after my experience as a summer property manager in the summer house I would rent."
International Business Times
10 hours ago
- International Business Times
Who Is Amanda Kempton? Virginia Woman Who Mowed Down Beloved Real Estate Agent Sara Burack Arrested After Manhunt
A 32-year-old Virginia woman was arrested on Friday in connection with a hit-and-run incident in the Hamptons that led to the death of a prominent real estate agent who appeared on the popular Netflix show "Million Dollar Beach House." Amanda Kempton was charged with fleeing the scene of a car crash in connection to the hit-and-run death of "Million Dollar Beach House" star Sara Burack, according to the Southampton Town Police Department. Burack, 40, a real estate agent and former reality TV star, was hit by a vehicle just before 3:00 a.m. on Montauk Highway near the Villa Paul Restaurant in Hampton Bays, New York, and was killed immediately. Suspect Finally Arrested The prominent real estate agent, known for dealing in luxury properties, was found unconscious by police early Thursday on Montauk Highway near the Villa Paul restaurant, authorities said. It remains unclear what kind of vehicle hit Burack, leaving her at the roadside to die. Kempton was scheduled to appear in court for arraignment on the charges Saturday. The investigation at the scene was being conducted by detectives from the Southampton Town Police and the New York State Police Accident Reconstruction Unit, according to local outlet Dan's Papers. Burack was featured on a Netflix reality series that showcased competitive real estate agents going head-to-head in the luxury market. "The competition is fierce — and the drama undeniable — as a group of young and hungry agents try to seal the deal on luxury listings in the Hamptons," according to the show's description on Netflix's website. Burack earlier worked as a real estate agent with Nest Seekers International, a firm specializing in high-end properties in Manhattan and the Hamptons, according to Newsday. Although she left the company over a year ago, she remained in contact, Geoff Gifkins, the Hamptons regional manager for Nest Seekers, told the outlet. "Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends," Gifkins said in a message. "Please be kind and respectful as this is a tremendous loss to her parents and close friends." Shocking Death Paulette Corsair, a real estate agent and longtime family friend, told Newsday that Burack will be remembered for her kindness and her efforts in raising funds for causes in New York City. "I want people to remember she was an amazing person who really cared for people," Corsair told Newsday. "She was a hardworking real estate agent who was there for others. She was loved greatly by her friends and a close family." Burack shared in an interview that her family owned a commercial construction and materials supply business, where she worked for several years before moving into the high-end luxury real estate industry. "I have always been intrigued by real estate projects and decided to become a broker after my experience as a summer property manager in the summer house I would rent," she told Before to the show's release, Burack referred to "Million Dollar Beach House" as a glimpse into the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy and those aiming for fame in the upscale seaside enclave. "Viewers will be taken into the world of the Hamptons where they will see not only beautiful multimillion-dollar beach homes and estates, but will be shown summer in the Hamptons," she told "With scenes from broker open houses, polo games, yacht life and more, there is sure to be an awww from viewers!"
Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Netflix star killed in hit-and-run incident as woman arrested after manhunt
Sara Burack, a prominent real estate agent, known for her appearance on Million Dollar Beach House, was found unconscious by police on the roadside early Thursday morning A woman has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of a popular Netflix actress, authorities said. Sara Burack,known for her appearance on Million Dollar Beach House, was hit by a car on Thursday shortly before 3am on Montauk Highway near Villa Paul Restaurant in Hampton Bays, New York. The 40-year-old was found by police officers "unconscious and with serious injuries", according to a press release from the Southampton Town Police Department. She was rushed to Stony Brook University Hospital where she sadly later died. The vehicle involved fled the scene, prompting a large-scale search by local and state authorities. Following an extensive manhunt Amanda Kempton, a 32-year-old woman from Virginia was taken into custody and charged. Kempton was charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident in which there is a fatality, a class D felony punishable by up to four years in prison, according to New York Post. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.
