West Elmira, NY – Fatal Pedestrian Crash at Glen Ave & W Water St
West Elmira, NY (January 27, 2023) – A pedestrian was fatally injured in a crash that occurred yesterday, January 26, at approximately 1:21 p.m. The incident was reported to officials in West Elmira on Thursday afternoon.
Reports show the crash occurred near the intersection of Glen Avenue and West Water Street. A 72-year-old female pedestrian from Pine City was reportedly struck by a GMC Sierra pickup truck while walking a dog across Glen Avenue. She was in the crosswalk at the time of the collision.
The driver remained at the scene and worked with police during the investigation. Multiple responders were seen working at the crash site for an extended period of time on the afternoon of January 27. Delays in traffic occurred in the area and local drivers were urged to use different routes.
Police in West Elmira continue to investigate.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
New York Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most devastating types of traffic accidents that occur in New York and throughout the United States. More often than not, people injured as pedestrians in traffic collisions usually suffer severe injuries that can land them in the hospital for days or even weeks. Additionally, being struck by a car is scary. Pedestrian crash victims may develop anxiety, depression, and even PTSD after their accidents.
Overall, being injured in a pedestrian crash is a difficult experience, and those who suffer through something like this often end up needing help to fully recover. The costs related to medical care, mental health services, vehicle repairs, wage loss, and more may be overwhelming to deal with. Depending on how the collision occurred, an injured crash victim may have the option to file a personal injury claim for financial compensation to help them pay for their injuries and damages.
At Metro Law, our pedestrian crash attorneys have decades of experience helping injured crash victims make full financial recoveries after their accidents. Sadly, some pedestrian crash victims end up losing their lives due to the severity of their injuries. Their surviving family members have the option to file a wrongful death claim to help pay for funeral costs and other outstanding expenses related to the passing of their loved one.
If you’ve recently lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, a wrongful death attorney in West Elmira can help you financially recover. You can reach the law office of Metro Law by calling (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you.
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.
