Investigation Underway After Pedestrian Died in Truck Accident Near West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK (April 28, 2025) – A male pedestrian has tragically died in a Hell’s Kitchen box truck accident near the intersection of W. 40th St. and Ninth Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 3:17 AM on Friday morning. A man was trying to cross the street when he was hit by a box truck headed southbound.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help the victim. Despite the best efforts of EMS, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
A full investigation into the cause of the Hell’s Kitchen box truck accident remains ongoing.
Liability for New York City Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are therefore uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “According to NHTSA data, in 2022 most pedestrian traffic deaths occurred in urban settings (84%), on the open road (76%) versus intersections (24%), and during dark conditions with or without artificial lighting (74%).” There are many factors that could contribute to a pedestrian accident.
- Pedestrian accidents are much more likely to occur when drivers are speeding.
- Pedestrian accidents often involve a driver that is intoxicated.
- Pedestrian accidents may involve drivers that are distracted.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise care in order to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway. This may require that they slow down substantially, depending on the prevailing conditions of the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid a pedestrian crossing the road, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is essential that several measures are taken after any pedestrian accident.
- Surveillance footage that may have captured the accident should be sought.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- A police report of the incident should be created.
Pedestrian accidents are often highly preventable. It has been estimated that nearly 93% of all car accidents involve human error. Sadly, though, drivers will often do everything in their power to try to avoid responsibility if they are involved in a collision. The family of any person who is killed in a pedestrian accident may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating Manhattan Truck Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man who died in this Hell’s Kitchen box truck accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD. There needs to be a full investigation for the sake of the victim’s family.
Do you need more information about a Manhattan truck accident? Our team of New York pedestrian accident attorneys is 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 accountable for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free investigation into any incident, we are here for you. You can contact us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
