Toyota Rav4 Identified As Vehicle Involved In Deadly Harlem, Manhattan Pedestrian Accident on Fifth Avenue
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK (November 10, 2024) – A pedestrian has tragically died in a Harlem, Manhattan pedestrian collision along Fifth Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the collision took place around 9:00 p.m. on Sunday. A pedestrian was crossing the street when they were hit by a Toyota Rav4.
The driver of that vehicle fled the scene and is currently being sought by police. Despite lifesaving measures by paramedics, the pedestrian died due to their injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Manhattan Hit-And-Run Collisions
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.” There are many different causes of hit-and-run collisions.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Driver intoxication
- Dangerous left turns
Drivers must slow down in order to avoid hitting pedestrians and cyclists in the roadway. They must be particularly cautious at night and during periods of reduced visibility. When a driver flees the scene of an injury collision, they could face criminal charges as well as civil liability. It is important that several steps are taken after any hit-and-run collision.
- Eyewitnesses should be interviewed.
- Fragments of the fleeing vehicle should be sought.
- Surveillance footage should be collected.
It can be hard to know where to begin after any hit-and-run collision. Victims often sustain serious injuries in these collisions. Any person injured in a hit-and-run collision may be able to seek some measure of justice through a civil claim. Family members of the deceased are also able to seek some measure of justice through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating New York City Hit-And-Run Collisions
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man who died in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. The driver involved in this collision should do the right thing and turn themselves in.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Harlem, Manhattan collision? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they need under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
