Investigation Underway After Two People Died In Harlem, Manhattan Car Accident on Northbound Henry Hudson
HARLEM, NEW YORK (August 24, 2024) – Two people have tragically died in a Harlem, Manhattan wrong-way collision on northbound Henry Hudson.
New York City police officials are saying that the accident took place around 2:20 a.m. near West 154th Street. A pickup truck was driving the wrong way on the freeway when it collided with a Dodge sedan.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims. A 40-year-old driver of the Dodge was taken to Harlem Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
A passenger was taken to Columbia Presbyterian, where he was also pronounced dead. The driver of the pickup fled the scene and is being sought by police.
Liability For Harlem Wrong Way Car Accidents
Wrong-way collisions are extremely dangerous. Many wrong-way collisions are due to driver intoxication. According to the NHTSA, “Every day, about 37 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 39 minutes. In 2022, 13,524 people died in alcohol-impaired driving traffic deaths.” There are many other contributing factors to wrong-way collisions.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Confusing freeway signs
- Speeding
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver who enters opposing lanes of traffic and causes a collision. It is important that evidence is properly preserved after any wrong-way collision. Evidence is what will ultimately be used to determine liability, regardless of what any person may claim.
Investigating New York City Wrong Way Collisions
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to the families of the two people that died in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the NYPD. The driver involved in this crash should do the right thing and turn themselves in.
Do you need more information about a Harlem wrong-way car accident? Our team of roadway safety advocates is here to answer any questions that you may have. 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 type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
