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Fatal Bronx intersectionAn 80-year-old Bronx resident, Rose Young, was fatally struck last Thursday while crossing the intersection of Holland Avenue and Allerton Avenue in the Allerton neighborhood. According to police, Ms. Young was walking through the crosswalk when a 56-year-old driver operating a 2005 Honda Odyssey made a left turn from northbound Holland Avenue onto Allerton Avenue and hit her.

Emergency Medical Services transported Ms. Young to Jacobi Hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The driver remained at the scene. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the NYPD Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is continuing to review the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Ms. Young lived only two blocks from where she was struck. For many Bronx families, this proximity underscores the devastating reality that serious and fatal collisions often occur directly within the communities where residents walk every day.

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location of the fatal truck accident in the BronxBy the NYC Truck Accident Lawyers at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf

A 68-year-old man lost his life after being hit by a box truck in the Bronx on October 28th. According to police, the fatal collision occurred around 12:23 p.m. at the intersection of East 149th Street and Third Avenue in Melrose — a busy area known for heavy truck and pedestrian traffic.

Authorities said the victim was walking south across the crosswalk when a 2019 Isuzu box truck traveling west on East 149th Street struck him, causing severe leg injuries. Emergency responders transported the man to Lincoln Hospital, where he was initially listed in stable condition but tragically succumbed to his injuries later that evening at approximately 7:02 p.m. His name has not yet been released pending family notification.

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deadly-Bronx-intersection-of-Bruckner-Blvd-and-Leggett-AveA devastating truck accident in the Bronx claimed the life of 32-year-old Dilmania Lopez de Rodriguez, a wife and mother, who was fatally struck while crossing Bruckner Boulevard near Leggett Avenue in Longwood.

Police say the crash happened around 12:10 a.m. Tragically, the truck struck Lopez de Rodriguez, who was later pronounced dead at Lincoln Hospital. The truck driver never stopped, and investigators are still searching for the vehicle and its operator.

A Dangerous Intersection Despite a Major Redesign

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aerial view of the Bronx River Parkway accident locatiomA tragic series of crashes on the Bronx River Parkway early Monday morning left two men dead and shut down a major section of the highway for hours — once again underscoring the dangers that have long plagued this roadway.

According to the NYPD, the first collision occurred just after midnight in the southbound lanes near East Gun Hill Road. Police say a 21-year-old driver of a Mercedes sedan changed lanes and struck a Volkswagen, which then hit a guardrail. The Mercedes continued in the right lane, colliding with two men on scooters. Both riders, ages 23 and 21, were ejected and fatally injured.

A secondary crash followed moments later when three other vehicles attempted to avoid the traffic caused by the initial pile-up. All southbound traffic was diverted at East 233rd Street until the roadway reopened around 8:30 a.m. Drivers were urged to take the Major Deegan Expressway as an alternate route.

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Accident sceneA tragic three-car crash in Co-op City, the Bronx, has once again highlighted the severe consequences of traffic collisions in New York City. According to the NYPD, the crash occurred around 5:25 p.m. on Bartow Avenue, near The Mall at Bay Plaza. The violent chain-reaction collision left one woman dead and six others—ranging in age from 11 to 79—hospitalized.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our NYC city car accident lawyers are closely monitoring developments in this case. Our team of Bronx car accident lawyers has decades of experience representing victims of large-scale, multi-vehicle crashes across the borough. We understand the complexities these cases present—from unraveling conflicting witness accounts to identifying all potentially liable parties.

What Happened in Co-op City?

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Deadly Bronx Intersection of E 149th St & Morris AveA 52-year-old pedestrian, Inza Fofana, tragically died after being struck by a van while crossing the street at E. 149th Street and Morris Avenue in Mott Haven. The fatal crash occurred around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday when a 2019 Ford Transit van, driven by a 48-year-old man, was attempting a left turn onto Morris Avenue. Fofana was transported to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition and later died from his injuries.

As Bronx car accident lawyers who have handled numerous pedestrian fatality cases, we understand how common and devastating these left-turn collisions can be — particularly at intersections like E. 149th and Morris, which see high volumes of foot and vehicle traffic. Left-turn crashes are notoriously dangerous for pedestrians due to limited visibility, driver inattention, and misjudgment of speed or distance.

In many of the pedestrian accident cases we handle, the victims were lawfully crossing the street when they were hit by drivers who either failed to yield or were not exercising due care. Investigations may take time, and fault is not always immediately assigned, but under New York law, drivers have a legal duty to watch for pedestrians and avoid collisions, even when the pedestrian is not in a marked crosswalk.

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Deadly intersection in the Bronx where the MTA Bus killed a cyclistOn the evening of February 25, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in the Bronx involving an MTA bus and a cyclist. At approximately 10:45 p.m., a 57-year-old man was fatally struck by an MTA bus while the vehicle was making a left turn from East 149th Street onto Brook Avenue in the Mott Haven neighborhood. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The 35-year-old bus driver remained at the location and, as per current reports, has not been charged. The NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is actively investigating the incident.

This unfortunate event underscores the potential dangers that cyclists face on New York City streets, especially when sharing the road with large vehicles like buses. Navigating the complexities of traffic in the Bronx requires both motorists and cyclists to exercise heightened caution to prevent such devastating accidents.

In the aftermath of such incidents, victims and their families often grapple with emotional and financial hardships. Pursuing legal action can be a crucial step in obtaining justice and compensation. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in handling cases involving MTA bus accidents, cyclist injuries, personal injury claims, and wrongful death lawsuits in the Bronx. We are well-versed in the specific challenges these cases present and are committed to advocating for the rights of victims and their families.

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Deadly Bronx intersectionAs Bronx auto accident lawyers, we are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred on February 24, 2025, at the intersection of East 172nd Street and Metcalf Avenue in the Soundview neighborhood. A 17-year-old male and a 14-year-old female were riding a bike when they collided with a Honda Odyssey minivan operated by a 42-year-old driver. The young male was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi, while the female passenger sustained injuries but is expected to recover. The driver of the van was also seriously and transported to the hospital. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

This heartbreaking event underscores the critical importance of understanding the legal complexities surrounding motorcycles and motor vehicle accidents in New York City.

Legal Considerations in Bike-Motor Vehicle Collisions

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Bruckner Boulevard and Castle Hill Ave intersection is deadlyPedestrian safety remains a critical concern in the Bronx, as two separate accidents this past weekend resulted in the tragic deaths of 60-year-old men. These incidents underscore the persistent dangers posed by speeding drivers, reckless behavior, and unsafe conditions on our streets.

Castle Hill Tragedy: Jeep Driver Fatally Strikes Pedestrian

On Saturday night, Uddin Shahi, a 60-year-old Bronx resident, was crossing the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard and Castle Hill Avenue (see picture), just a short distance from his home, when he was struck by a Jeep Compass. The driver, a 34-year-old woman, remained at the scene and cooperated with police. Despite being rushed to Jacobi Hospital, Shahi succumbed to his injuries.

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NYPD carA recent announcement by the New York Attorney General’s office has reignited concerns about the tragic consequences of high-speed police chases on the streets of the Bronx. In a decision that has drawn mixed reactions, it was determined that no criminal charges would be filed against an NYPD officer who fatally struck a pedestrian, Sofia Gomez, during an emergency response.

The Tragic Incident in the Bronx

The accident occurred on October 5, 2020, when an NYPD officer was responding to an urgent call on the Throgs Neck Bridge after receiving reports of “shots fired.” The officer, driving a marked police vehicle with lights and sirens activated, was traveling at speeds exceeding 60 mph. As the officer approached the intersection of Pelham Parkway South and Wallace Avenue, he drove through a red light and tragically struck 23-year-old Sofia Gomez, who was crossing the street in a designated crosswalk.

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