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The Bronx, NY (June 19, 2021) – A man on an electric scooter was hit and killed by an Amazon truck driver in the Bronx on Saturday evening, June 19.
Per reports from the New York Police Department, the accident happened around 7:00 p.m. on East Tremont Avenue in the Van Nest section of the borough. Both the delivery truck and the scooter were traveling eastbound on the busy thoroughfare when the deadly collision took place. The victim, identified only as a 22-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to officials. NYPD officers are still investigating the circumstances of the accident and have not released further details.
No charges or citations have been issued at this time.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in New York
Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads, and for this reason, they are unfortunately prone to some of the most catastrophic trauma in the event of an accident. In some cases, pedestrians even lose their lives in these horrific accidents. Hundreds of pedestrians are killed and thousands more are injured in pedestrian accidents throughout New York every year. New York sees more pedestrian accidents than many other states throughout the U.S. Especially when a pedestrian accident involves a child, lives could be at risk and questions could be posed. Injured victims or their families could be left feeling both helpless and alone after an accident. If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, you have a variety of options available for you and should seek the help of an attorney in your time of need.
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident in New York can be a difficult thing to face on your own. Though drivers are expected to pay close attention to the roads around them at all times, pedestrian accidents still occur in the blink of an eye and lead to serious harm. The truth is, no pedestrian should ever have to face the aftermath of an accident on their own without financial help or the knowledge they need to move forward. Luckily, with the help of an attorney, you can move forward with your claim.
Thankfully, our New York accident attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano are here to help you in your time of need. Our lawyers have diligently assisted those injured in pedestrian accidents over the years, working to secure the maximum amount of compensation for victims and their families. If you’ve suffered in a catastrophic accident or lost a loved one, you may need assistance every step of the way when it comes to your claim, especially when it comes to identifying negligent parties and meeting deadlines that are expected of you. With the help of a skilled attorney, you have a better chance of proving that another party breached their duty to you or a loved one and caused an accident. Our legal team can help you move forward with a claim successfully and is here for you every step of the way. Please contact an accident attorney in New York at 516-484-4010 as soon as possible for more information on how we can assist you in your time of need.
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