Floral Park School Bus Accident Left Male Pedestrian Dead Along Magnolia Avenue
FLORA PARK, LONG ISLAND (December 5, 2025) – A male pedestrian has tragically died in a Floral Park, Long Island school bus crash on Plainfield Avenue by Magnolia Avenue.
Long Island officials are saying that the collision took place around 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday. A pedestrian was walking when they were hit by a school bus.
The force of the impact knocked the victim to the ground and left them with major injuries. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim.
He was taken to the hospital with serious trauma. Despite life-saving measures, he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Liability for Long Island School Bus Accidents
School buses are normally very safe for passengers, but they can be particularly dangerous for pedestrians. According to the National Safety Council, “School bus-related crashes killed 128 people nationwide in 2023, up 23% compared to the 104 deaths in 2022, according to National Safety Council (NSC) tabulations of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).” School bus drivers should take several measures to avoid hitting pedestrians.
- School bus drivers should maintain a safe speed at all times and take into consideration prevailing conditions.
- School bus drivers should use their horns when necessary to alert pedestrians of their presence.
- School bus drivers should abstain from medications that could impair their ability to drive safely.
School bus companies are considered common carriers. Their drivers must use an abundance of caution to avoid hitting pedestrians and other drivers. If a school bus driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could be construed as negligence. The company that the bus driver worked for could be held at fault. Generally speaking, employers can be liable for the wrongful actions of their workers who were operating within the course and scope of their job duties.
Investigating Long Island School Bus Collisions
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other collisions at this location.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Long Island school bus collision? Our team of bus accident attorneys is here for you. We are committed to helping victims understand their rights and holding negligent drivers accountable. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
