Chinatown, NY – Fatal Hit & Run Pedestrian Wreck on Broadway near Orange St
Chinatown, NY (February 14, 2024) – Two vehicles were involved in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash that happened in Chinatown on the morning of February 14. At approximately 2:30 a.m., a man between 50 and 60 years of age was struck by two vehicles near the intersection of Broadway and Orange Street. One of the vehicles remained at the scene while the other fled, police said. Both drivers are facing felony charges related to the accident, police report. At this time, the man has not been identified. He suffered severe traumatic injuries consistent with being struck by two vehicles, authorities said. EMS attempted to provide live-saving measures at the scene, however, he lost his life shortly after the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Police continue to investigate.
New York Pedestrian Crashes
In the United States, over 40,000 people lose their lives every single year in car crashes. About 17% of those fatalities are pedestrians. In the United States, a pedestrian loses their life approximately once every 66 minutes. From 2020 to 2021, the number of reported pedestrian accident fatalities in the US increased by about 12%. Most car accidents happen because of negligent driving, and, over half of pedestrian crashes are caused by the actions of a negligent driver. Especially in the past decade, driver negligence has become a serious and dangerous issue throughout the country, causing over 94% of all reported auto accidents. This is most likely because the majority of people cannot go even 10 minutes without looking at their cell phones.
Even if they are behind the wheel of a moving vehicle on a busy road, some drivers still feel the need to pull out their phones and stare at the screen. Even if it is for five seconds, they are placing themselves and those around them at serious risk for severe injuries or even death. No matter who is calling or texting, it can wait until you are in a safe and secure location.
When a car accident happens because of a negligent driver, anyone who sustains injuries in that accident is eligible for financial compensation. If the worst has happened, and someone has lost their life, their family members are able to file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation as well. A wrongful death lawyer in Chinatown can help you learn more about your legal options.
Losing someone you love is a devastating experience, no matter how it happened. You most likely feel like your entire world has stopped. Though right now may seem like no time to think about money, there may be exorbitant costs associated with the death of your loved one. You may be facing funeral costs, burial expenses, vehicle repairs or replacement, and more.
A wrongful death lawyer from Metro Law can help you collect compensation for these damages and others. Even non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional turmoil, and more, are eligible for financial compensation.
Call the law office of Metro Law at (800) 469-6476 to find out how we can add you to your financial recovery after you have lost someone you love because of driver negligence.
