Bronx, NY (September 8, 2021) – Around 8 p.m. on Tuesday night, September 7, a woman was killed in a pedestrian crash involving a bus in the Bronx.
According to the New York Police Department, the accident happened at the intersection of Johnson Avenue and Kappock Street near the area of the Spuyten Duyvil Creek. An MTA bus was traveling in the area of the intersection when it made a left turn, striking a pedestrian who was crossing the street. The 68-year-old pedestrian was using a crosswalk at the time of the accident and was forcefully pinned under the bus.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene. The pedestrian, identified later as Ruth Mullen, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. She allegedly lived in a building right across the street from where she was struck.
The bus driver was not injured but remained at the scene to cooperate with the police.
Due to the severity of the crash, a large portion of the intersection was blocked for some time
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in New York
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most severe accidents that happen on our roads. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have no protection from harm in the event of an accident, especially those involving large vehicles such as buses. Hundreds of pedestrians lose their lives in New York pedestrian accidents every year, which is more than many other states in the U.S. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to the roads around them so that these accidents can be prevented. If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, you should have the help of a dedicated attorney on your side.
It is never easy to lose someone you love in a pedestrian accident. However, this is the reality that far too many families face every single year in New York. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one in an accident, you should never have to worry about the bills that pile up against you. Luckily, you have a variety of options as you move forward with a claim. If you have lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident, you should seek the immediate help of a Bronx pedestrian accident attorney who can help in your time of need.
Bronx Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can impact your life in many ways, which is why our attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano are here for you. We believe that you have every right to hold a party responsible for the harm that they have caused you in the event of a fatal accident. We understand how overwhelming a fatal accident can be and offer our help and resources when you need them the most. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in the Bronx at (516) 945-9033 for more information on how we can help you at this time.
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