Two-Vehicle Collision in Staten Island Left Several Injured After Car Knocked Down Utility Pole
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK (June 10, 2025) – A Staten Island collision resulted in multiple injuries after two vehicles collided by Drumgoole Road East and Albee Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 3 PM on Friday afternoon. Two sedans collided in the roadway, causing one vehicle to knock over an electrical pole.
Electrical wires became exposed as a result of the collision. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims.
A full investigation into the collision on Drumgoole Road East remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Staten Island Car Accidents
Car accidents remained one of the leading causes of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, “Between 1913 and 2023, motor-vehicle deaths per 10,000 registered vehicles decreased 95%, from 33 to 1.57, respectively. In 1913, only 1.3 million vehicles were registered, and 4,200 people died on the road. In 2023, 285 million vehicles were registered, and 44,762 people died on the road.” A number of different factors may contribute to car accidents.
- Car accidents are much more likely to occur when one or more drivers are speeding.
- Car accidents routinely happened during periods of inclement weather.
- Car accidents are much more likely to happen at intersections.
Every driver must use caution in order to avoid causing a car accident. This may necessitate that they travel well below the speed limit during poor driving conditions. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting another vehicle, this may be construed as negligence. It is important that certain steps are taken after any motor vehicle accident.
- All medical records related to injuries should be preserved.
- A police report of the incident should be created.
- It should be determined if alcohol may have played a role in the crash.
- An experience personal injury attorney should be contacted.
Car accidents are often highly preventable. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 93% of all collisions involve some amount of human error. Most collisions can be prevented when drivers simply slow down. In the event that a person is injured in a car accident due to the negligence of another driver, they may have legal recourse. Accident victims are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating New York Car Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this collision. It is our sincere hope that they are able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a car accident on Drumgoole Road East? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to assist you in any way that we can. We are committed to helping accident victims get the support and justice that they’re entitled to under the law. 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.
