Cab Crashes into Bronx Bus Stop
A man was killed and six people were injured when a van made an illegal u-turn, causing a cab to try to avoid a collision with the other vehicle. The cab crashed into a Bronx bus stop, according to the Wall Street Journal online.
The accident destroyed the bus shelter and left people trapped under the taxi. A woman’s foot was severed from her leg and another man’s lung was punctured. An elderly man was pinned between the destroyed shelter and the bumper of the taxi. The man later died in the ambulance on the way to the hospital.
The taxi driver was treated for his injuries and released from the hospital. He was not charged with a crime and has a flawless driving record. A spokesman said the accident was not something he could have prevented. The driver of the van was given a citation for an illegal u-turn. Investigators are still looking into the accident.
This tragic accident began with an individual violating a traffic rule, and ended up with an elderly man dead and several other individuals seriously injured. Accidents like this occur all too often, as a result of another driver failing to obey traffic laws.
If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of another driver’s negligence, help is available. Accident victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, time off work, pain and suffering, damage to his or her vehicle, and more. Contact the experienced New York auto accident attorneys of Wingate, Russotti & Shapiro. Our legal team can help answer all of your questions. Call today for a free consultation at 212-296-7353.
