Bicycle Rider Died In Lewiston Hit-And-Run Car Accident Along Lewiston Road by Mountainview Drive
LEWISTON, NEW YORK (September 11, 2022) – A bicyclist has tragically died in a Lewiston hit-and-run car accident along Lewiston Road by Mountainview Drive.
Lewiston police officials are saying that the collision took place early Sunday. A bicyclist was traveling down the roadway when they were hit by a Toyota sedan.
The force of the impact knocked the victim to the ground leaving them with serious injuries. Despite life-saving measures, the bicyclist died after the crash.
The driver that hit the victim fled the scene of the collision. However, they later turned themselves in.
Liability In Lewiston Bicycle Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in bicycle accidents. According to the CDC, “Nearly 1,000 bicyclists die and over 130,000 are injured in crashes that occur on roads in the United States every year. Adolescents, teens, and young adults have the highest rates of bicycle-related injuries treated in emergency departments (EDs). People ages 10-24 account for nearly one-third of all bicycle-related injuries seen in US EDs.” There are many steps that drivers can take to avoid hitting bicyclists.
- Drivers should always scan the road ahead of them for potential hazards.
- Drivers should maintain a safe speed at all times.
- Drivers should abstain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid pedestrians, bicyclists and domestic animals in the roadway. If the driver of a vehicle fails to reduce their speed and hits a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. If the driver flees the scene of any collision that causes bodily injury or death, they could also face criminal charges. The family of any bicyclist killed in a car accident may be able to seek aid through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating A New York Bicycle Accident
Do you need more information about a Lewiston hit-and-run car accident? Our team of bicycle safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held to account for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
