Queens, NY – Injury Crash at Van Wyck Expy & Grand Central Pkwy
Queens, NY (May 16, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries resulting from an auto accident in the Queens area on Thursday, May 16. The crash occurred at the intersection of Van Wyck Expressway S. and Grand Central Parkway W. early that morning around 7:48 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. It is currently unknown how the crash occurred at this time. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in New York
There is always a potential of suffering serious injuries in an automobile accident, but you never really know when it will happen. According to statistics, there were 100,508 recorded auto accidents in New York City in 2022 alone. Just a couple of years prior, in 2020, around 303 car crashes were reported per day on the city’s roads, despite the fact that traffic had virtually stopped during that time. Statistics show that the number of catastrophic collisions in the city has only increased with time, and every day many people are killed and injured all throughout the Big Apple. After a significant collision, you must be prepared to defend yourself. This involves working closely with an experienced lawyer to pursue a compelling claim for damages.
It can be hard to get back on your feet after a serious auto accident. It is important that you are ready to get to work on your claim by collaborating with a qualified Queens personal injury lawyer. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue successful injury claims. Contact us today at (516) 774-3635.
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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.
