A manhole cover sits near East 52nd Street and Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan following the death of Donike Gocaj, 56, who authorities said fell into an uncovered manhole after stepping out of her vehicle Monday night, May 18, 2026, in New York. Investigators are continuing to examine the situation. ( Manhole photo by Aiana Jones. Portrait photo courtesy of Yorktown Funeral Home.) Woman Dies After Falling Into an Uncovered Manhole In Midtown Manhattan A 56-year-old woman died after falling about 10 feet into an uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan late May 18 night near... News 20 May 2026 | 03:38