Brooklyn, NY – Bicyclist Hurt in Hit-&-Run at Flushing & Waverly Ave
Brooklyn, NY (March 28, 2024) – On Monday, March 25, a bicyclist was hurt after being hit by a motor vehicle in the Brooklyn area. The accident was reported at the corner of Flushing Avenue and Waverly Avenue at around 5 p.m. Local sources indicated that a ghost driver hit the victim and then sped away from the scene.
The injured rider was reportedly left in significant pain on the roadway. The cyclist, later identified as 64-year-old Tim Bascom, was riding eastbound on a bicycle when a driver who was stuck in traffic made an abrupt left turn. The driver hit the rider and left the scene. The victim was provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Bicycle Crashes in New York
Bicyclists are involved in a substantial number of crises in New York City. A total of 18,718 bicycle accidents were reported in the city in a recent year, with eight of the crashes being fatal and 18,710 resulting in injuries. Sadly, the number of fatal bicycle accidents continues to rise each year. In the event of a collision involving a motor vehicle, riders are not well protected to withstand the full impact. Bicycle accidents are far more likely to result in fatal or life-changing injuries. After a serious bicycle accident, you can file a personal injury claim and seek compensation with the assistance of an experienced attorney.
You never know when you are going to be hurt while riding a bike in New York. The city has a unique hustle and bustle that adds to its charm, but those traveling on the street are at risk of being seriously injured in a crash. It is important that you are ready to get the full value of your case after being hurt as a rider. Contact a trained Brooklyn sidewalk accident lawyer at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP today at (516) 774-3635.
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