Driver Facing Charges After Fatal Staten Island Hit-and-Run Car Accident by Marine Avenue and 96th Street
STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK (December 23, 2024) – A woman has tragically died in a Staten Island hit-and-run collision near Marine Avenue and 96th Street.
New York City officials are saying that the incident took place on November 16. A woman was walking when she was hit by a vehicle that sped off after the collision.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victims. Despite life-saving measures, she died due to her injuries.
The driver allegedly involved in the crash has since been charged with negligent homicide and reckless driving.
Liability for Staten Island Hit-and-Run Collisions
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in hit-and-run collisions every year. 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 a number of factors that could contribute to a hit-and-run collision.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
Drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. They must slow down and use their horn if necessary to warn pedestrians of their presence. 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 hit-and-run collision.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be collected.
- The police report for the collision should be reviewed.
The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are preventable. They tend to involve drivers who are speeding or otherwise not following traffic regulations. Sadly, drivers will often do everything in their power to deny liability after any fatal collision. This is why it is so important that accident victims seek legal counsel as early as possible.
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 collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. This was a preventable tragedy that should have never taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Staten Island hit-and-run collision? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. 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.
