Queens, NY – Motorcyclist Fatally Hit by Tractor-trailer on Queens Expy

Queens, NY (June 3, 2024) – On Saturday, June 1, a motorcyclist was killed after being hit by a commercial truck in the Queens area. The deadly accident took place on Queens Expressway early that morning, around 8:32 a.m. It was reported that a 34-year-old man was operating an Isuzu tractor-trailer traveling westbound when he suddenly moved into the left lane.

The trucker ignored road markings and cut across the road to the exit lane. A 24-year-old man was riding a Yamaha motorcycle in the exit lane. The rider slammed into the side of the truck and ejected from the bike before hitting the pavement. The motorcyclist suffered severe trauma to his torso and thighs in the accident. The victim was rushed to Elmhurst Hospital Center in critical condition and later pronounced dead. The deceased victim was later identified as Gregory Benning of the Ozone Park neighborhood in Queens. The truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Motorcycle Accidents in New York

Riding a motorcycle is a great experience, but it is far from safe, as even seasoned riders will tell you. Many drivers neglect to yield space to motorcyclists on the road, which can lead to serious and occasionally fatal collisions. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDH) estimates that 4,458 motorcycle-related emergency room visits are recorded each year, and 1,558 people receive care in New York hospitals for associated injuries in motorcycle accidents. An estimated 141 bikers in the state lose their lives in crashes each year. If someone close to you is killed in a motorcycle crash, you should consult with a Queens motorcycle accident lawyer to pursue a strong wrongful death claim. The legal team at Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson LLP is here to help. Call us today at (516) 774-3635 to get started on your case.