Queens, NY – Linden Blvd & Dillon St Crash Results in Injuries
Queens, NY (July 16, 2024) – A multi-vehicle collision in the Queens area on Tuesday, July 16, required support from local paramedics. The crash was reported early that morning, around 6:54 a.m., at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Dillon Street. Three or more vehicles were involved in the crash.
The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further support were later hospitalized by ambulance. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage in order to reopen the area to outside traffic. 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 victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in New York
It is expected of you as a driver to focus on the road and avoid seriously hurting other motorists. Unfortunately, it appears that driver distraction is fast rising to the top of the list of causes of catastrophic auto accidents nationwide. This is partially a result of the increasing use of cell phones and other mobile devices. According to statistics, 28,753 collisions involving distracted driving were reported in New York City in 2022 alone. At highway speeds, you can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text message. New York is the ninth worst state in the nation for distracted driving crashes. To pursue a claim for compensation if you or a loved one is injured in a serious accident, you should speak with an experienced attorney.
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