Investigation Underway After Pedestrian Died In Sunset Park, Brooklyn Car Accident By 4th Avenue and 60th Street
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (February 19, 2025) – A pedestrian has tragically died in Sunset Park, Brooklyn after being hit by a vehicle near Fourth Avenue and 60th Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place on Friday afternoon. A 30-year-old woman was standing on the corner of a sidewalk when she was hit by a vehicle.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. Despite life-saving measures, she died due to the severe nature of her injuries.
The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
Liability for New York City Car Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed in collisions each year. According to the IIHS, “Deaths from motor vehicle crashes with pedestrians have increased 83% since reaching their low point in 2009 and account for 18% of crash fatalities. The rates of pedestrian crash deaths per 100,000 people are highest for people ages 20 and over.” Drivers should take a number of actions in order to avoid collisions.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns in the roadway.
- Drivers should use their horns when necessary to alert pedestrians of their presence.
Drivers must use caution in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists, and domestic animals in the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. It is important that certain steps are taken after any pedestrian accident.
- Medical records related to the crash should be preserved.
- The history of collisions where the accident occurred should be determined.
- The actions of the driver involved in the crash leading up to the incident should be understood.
- A police report of the incident should be conducted.
Pedestrian accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to involve drivers that are distracted or traveling too fast for the prevailing conditions. It is important that accident victims understand that they do have legal rights. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating New York City Car Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman who died in this sunset park collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD. It is our sincere hope that city officials will consider measures to help make this intersection safer.
Have you or someone you care about been injured in a Sunset Park, Brooklyn pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of pedestrian accident attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held accountable for their wrongful actions. You can reach out to our law office any time at (516) 908-9792.
