Uniondale, NY – Teen Killed in Fatal Crash at Maple Ave & Front St

By Steven Miller
Senior Partner

Uniondale, NY (January 28, 2021) – Around 2 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, January 27, a teen was killed in a fatal crash at a Uniondale intersection.

According to authorities, the accident happened at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Front Street. Police confirmed that a 2006 Toyota was being operated by a 27-year-old man, which collided with a 2012 Honda CRV. The Honda CRV then went off the side of the road and collided with a pole.

The four people inside the CRV were identified as a 15-year-old, two 17-year-olds, and a 17-year-old. The 15-year-old was a passenger in the back of the vehicle and was severely injured as a result of the crash. He was transported to the hospital where he was tragically pronounced dead due to his injuries.

All other people involved in the accident sustained a variety of injuries and were hospitalized as a result.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Accidents in New York

Many people lose their lives as a result of fatal accidents in the state of New York every single year. In just one recent year, it was reported that there were approximately 292 fatalities as a result of New York car accidents. These accidents happen due to many different reasons including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. If you have lost someone you love as a result of a car accident, it is important that you speak with a New York car accident attorney who has your best interests in mind.

Losing someone you love in a New York car accident might be one of the most difficult things that you have ever faced. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a fatal collision that was caused by another party. This is especially true if a teenager was killed in one of these accidents. If you have lost someone close to you as a result of an accident, you should have an attorney on your side.

Our New York accident attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in accidents. We understand how overwhelming a collision can be and the impact that it can have on every aspect of your life. If you have lost someone close to you, you may be eligible for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in New York at 516-484-4010 for more information.

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About the Author
Steven Miller, Esq. is the founding member and Senior Partner in Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. Mr. Miller’s extensive career as a trial attorney spans five decades. He tries cases for the catastrophically injured victims of construction site accidents, motor vehicle and premises accidents caused by the negligence of others. Mr. Miller is a detail oriented, tenacious attorney committed to achieving the maximum results for his clients; he has obtained numerous seven figure verdicts and settlements.