Police Searching for Driver Involved in Deadly Queens Hit-And-Run Collision by 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue
QUEENS, NEW YORK (August 21, 2025) – A male pedestrian has tragically died in a Queens hit-and-run car accident near the intersection of 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 2:27 a.m. on August 13. A pedestrian was crossing the street when they were hit by a white SUV.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim. Sadly, he later died due to his injuries.
Police are still searching for the driver involved in the crash.
Liability for Queens Hit-and-Run Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in hit-and-run collisions. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, “In 2016, there were 1,980 fatal hit-and-run crashes resulting in 2,049 fatalities. This is the highest annual number of hit-and-run fatalities or crashes recorded since NHTSA began compiling statistics on fatal motor vehicle crashes in 1975.” Hit-and-run collisions tend to occur for many different reasons.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
All drivers must use caution to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway. This may require that they slow down. When a driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with any pedestrian, they could be held at fault through a civil claim. If a driver flees the scene of an injury collision, they could also be held criminally responsible. It is important that certain steps are taken after any hit-and-run collision.
- Surveillance footage that may have captured the crash should be sought.
- Victims should seek a thorough medical evaluation.
- Fragments of the fleeing vehicle should be examined.
- An experienced New York pedestrian accident attorney should be contacted.
Fatal pedestrian accidents can be absolutely devastating to families. To make matters worse, there is the pain of not knowing who was responsible and what happened. It is important for victims of pedestrian accidents to understand that they do have rights. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City Pedestrian Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man killed in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to authorities. The driver involved in this collision should do the right thing and come forward. It is never too late to do the right thing.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a New York City pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any help, we may be able to assist you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
