JACKSON HEIGHTS, QUEENS — A police pursuit in New York City culminated in a dramatic crash on Sunday morning when a fleeing driver plowed into a group of pedestrians on the sidewalk. The incident occurred at approximately 2 a.m. at the intersection of 80th Street and Northern Boulevard.
The vehicle involved, a white BMW, crashed into an FDNY call box, preventing a potentially catastrophic impact with a nearby restaurant. Four individuals were struck by the vehicle; however, only two required hospitalization. A 23-year-old man suffered a laceration to his leg, while a 28-year-old woman experienced back pain. Both victims are currently in stable condition.
According to police reports, the incident began two miles away in Astoria during a routine traffic stop. Officers attempted to pull over the suspect for unspecified reasons, at which point the driver fled. Following the collision, the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot. A passenger believed to have been in the car at the time was apprehended by authorities.
The police have not yet apprehended the main suspect, and an investigation is ongoing. Witnesses reported a flurry of activity as emergency services arrived on the scene, and many residents expressed relief that the injuries were not more severe.
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