Bronx, NY – Pedestrian Injured in Crash at 137th St & St Anns Ave
Bronx, NY (April 8, 2024) – A pedestrian was hurt in the aftermath of a crash in the Bronx area on Monday, April 8. The accident was reported at the corner of E. 137th Street and St. Anns Avenue early that morning around 4:03 a.m. A pedestrian was reportedly hit by an oncoming truck.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The victim was traveling on foot when they were struck at the intersection. The victim reportedly sustained facial injuries. The pedestrian was treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. The identity of the injured party has not been provided. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in New York
In New York, walking is a common mode of transportation. Unfortunately, walking can greatly increase your risk of suffering a catastrophic injury in the unfortunate case of an accident. Based on the most recent crash statistics, pedestrians are injured or killed in about nine percent of crashes in New York City. In 2022, there were 100,508 car accidents in New York City, and 8,600 of these crashes involved pedestrians. These accidents resulted in more than 8,400 injuries, and 116 more pedestrians lost their lives. Life-altering injuries are far more common in pedestrian crashes. If you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a crash, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a trained lawyer.
If you are injured in a pedestrian crash, you have rights. You may be able to recover lost compensation by pursuing a personal injury claim with the help of a qualified Bronx pedestrian crash lawyer. The trained legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is here to fight for you. Contact our offices today at (516) 774-3635.
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