Islip, NY – Local Woman Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Carleton Ave
Islip, NY (April 7, 2024) – On Saturday, April 6, a local woman was killed after a pedestrian accident in the Islip area. The crash was reported on Carleton Avenue late that night around 9 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious pedestrian crash.
Local reports revealed that 51-year-old Stacy Worlds of Islip was traveling on foot when she was hit by an oncoming 2008 Hyundai Sonata traveling southbound on Carleton. Worlds was provided aid at the scene before being transported to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore in critical condition. She was later pronounced dead. The driver of the Hyundai, a 59-year-old Bay Shore man, was not injured in the accident. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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.
Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in New York
Traveling by foot is far from safe. New York is an exceptionally pedestrian-friendly city, with many residents walking in order to get around. If you happen to walk next to a busy road, you could end up seriously hurt in an accident. The nation is seeing an increase in the number of pedestrian deaths. According to statistics, there are around 8,000 pedestrian fatalities on American roads every year. This translates to one fatality approximately every 66 minutes. According to statistics, pedestrians will account for one out of every six fatalities in auto accidents in 2021. These crashes are much more likely to result in fatal injuries. If someone close to you is killed in a crash, you must partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a wrongful death claim.
A deadly crash can change your life forever. Under state law, families can pursue a wrongful death claim with the aid of a skilled Islip wrongful death lawyer to achieve a financial recovery. Contact the offices of Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP today at (516) 774-3635 to get started on your case.
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Disclaimers: To promote safety and prevent tragic accidents, we urge individuals in our community to drive slowly and cautiously. This news article is not intended as a solicitation for business. Any information provided should not be considered professional medical or legal advice. Additionally, please note that the photo used in this post is not from the location of the collision.
