Brooklyn, NY – Major Motor Vehicle Accident on Avenue I near E 5th St & Ocean Pkwy Bike Path

Brooklyn, NY – Major Motor Vehicle Accident on Avenue I near E 5th St & Ocean Pkwy Bike Path

Brooklyn, NY (January 12, 2023) – A major car crash was reported to officials in Brooklyn on the night of January 12. Shortly after 9:00 p.m., emergency responders were sent to the scene of an accident on Avenue I. 

According to reports, the collision happened on Avenue I near East 5th Street and the Ocean Parkway Bike Path. One or more people were in need of help from responders at the wreck site. 

At this time, the cause of the incident remains under investigation by local authorities. Few details are currently available to report. 

Delays in traffic ensued in the area while crews worked to secure the crash scene. Police asked local drivers to use alternate travel routes for the time being. 

We hope for the full and fast recovery of those with injuries. 

New York Car Crashes

Brooklyn, NY - Major Motor Vehicle Accident on Avenue I near E 5th St & Ocean Pkwy Bike PathWhen collisions involving multiple cars happen, usually, multiple people sustain injuries and heavy damage to their property. If you act responsibly while driving, then it is probable that you will not be held accountable for the accident you were involved in. This also means that you are most likely eligible to collect financial compensation for the losses and damages you’re facing in relation to your recent crash. You can usually collect compensation from the driver at-fault as well as the insurance company.

A publication distributed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration concerning American car crashes shows that in the United States, there has been an 11% increase in the number of auto accidents since 2015. As the population in America continues to grow higher, the total number of new, careless, and preoccupied drivers continues to rise as well. The overcrowded roadways in New Jersey are one of the many reasons why you should work with a car crash lawyer in the aftermath of your collision. 

Our law firm fights on behalf of our injured clients who have been victimized by the actions of negligent drivers. We work hard to guard the legal rights of our clients and help them get the justice they need and deserve. After a multi-vehicle accident that caused you or someone you love to become seriously injured, contact a car accident lawyer in Brooklyn at (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you. We work on contingency, which means we charge nothing up-front or out-of-pocket. We only get paid if you’re able to receive full and fair financial compensation for the losses and damages you have endured in relation to your recent accident.

Notes: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified. If you have identified any false information in the story or would like the post to be removed, please inform us immediately, and we will correct the information or remove the post. 

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Metro Law strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident. The photos depicted in this post are not from the actual accident scene.