Investigation Underway After One Person Died in Bronx Dirt Bike Collision Near Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street
THE BRONX, NEW YORK (March 2, 2024) – A man has tragically died, and a 14-year-old girl was injured in a Bronx dirt bike collision near Metcalf Avenue at East 172nd Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 6:45 PM on Monday. An 18-year-old man was driving the dirt bike when it was involved in a collision with a vehicle.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims. The 18-year-old driver was taken to NYC Health Plus Hospitals/Jacobi in order to receive care.
Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. The 14-year-old girl and operator of the Honda Odyssey were also hospitalized in the crash.
A full investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing.
Liability for Bronx Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in collisions across New York City. Many of these accidents involve people on bicycles or smaller motorized vehicles. According to People For Bikes, “New York City had 47% of nationwide e-bike fatalities even though its residents only account for about 2.5% of the U.S. population.” There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid hitting people on bicycles or smaller vehicles like dirt bikes.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Drivers should use their horn to alert people of their presence.
- Drivers should maintain a safe distance with vehicles ahead of them.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. They must be particularly cautious around pedestrians, bicycles, e-bikes, and smaller vehicles. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting another person, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that evidence is properly preserved after any accident.
- Surveillance footage of the collision should be sought.
- Medical records related to the crash should be preserved.
- The police report for the accident should be collected.
The vast majority of car accidents are preventable. They tend to involve drivers that are not adequately scanning the road ahead of them. Accidents are much more likely to happen during the early morning and late evening when visibility is reduced. It is important that victims understand that they do have legal rights. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man who died in this Bronx dirtbike collision. It is our sincere hope that the other victims will be able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD.
Do you need more information about a Bronx car accident? Our team of roadway safety advocates is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that people are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free independent investigation into any incident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
