Brooklyn, NY – Pedestrian Hurt in Hit-&-Run Accident on 2nd Ave
Brooklyn, NY (March 21, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a crash involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian in the Brooklyn area on Thursday, March 21. Early that morning at around 5:53 a.m., the accident was first reported at the 503 block of 2nd Avenue. A pedestrian was hit by a motor vehicle.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene after being notified of an injured pedestrian on the roadway. When paramedics arrived, they found the injured party lying on the road. The driver involved fled the scene without rendering aid. The crash victims were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. No updates on the crash are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Hit-&-Run Crashes in New York
The number of hit-and-run crashes is skyrocketing across the country. An estimated 2 percent of licensed drivers in the United States have been involved in a hit-and-run. When a driver flees the scene of an accident, they are committing a crime. Unfortunately, this does not prevent these types of accidents from taking place. The majority of fatal hit-and-runs involve cyclists and pedestrians who are at greater risk of suffering life-threatening injuries on the road, making up nearly 70 percent of related fatalities. If you or someone close to you was injured as a pedestrian, you must consult with a trained attorney in order to pursue a claim for compensation.
There is too much on the line after a serious crash to leave your recovery to chance. You need the help of a qualified legal team who can help investigate your accident and determine who is responsible for your injuries. It is always in your best interest to partner with a Brooklyn pedestrian crash lawyer. The trained legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is prepared to get started on your case and fight for your full recovery. Call us today at (516) 774-3635.
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