Statement from NYRA CEO & President Chris Kay

by NYRA Press Office

Statement from NYRA CEO & President Chris Kay

“The New York Racing Association offers our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Maria Larin. We stand alongside the entire Belmont Park community to mourn this tragic loss. We are working with NYTHA, B.E.S.T. and the Racetrack Chaplaincy to provide additional services and counseling to those in need of support. NYRA is fully cooperating with the Nassau County Police Department in its ongoing investigation.”

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