Queens, NY– A pedestrian was injured in a vehicle crash on Wednesday evening in Bayside, Queens, at the intersection of 39th Avenue and 212th Street. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m., prompting a rapid response from local emergency services.
Authorities received a report via 911 about the crash, but details about the circumstances leading up to the incident remain unclear. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to assist the injured pedestrian, though information regarding their condition has not yet been disclosed to the public.
The driver involved in the accident stayed at the scene while law enforcement initiated their investigation. As of now, no charges have been filed against the driver, and police are continuing to gather information regarding the events that unfolded.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of pedestrian safety in Queens, a borough that has seen a significant number of similar accidents in recent years. In 2022 alone, Queens was home to a troubling portion of New York City’s 132 pedestrian fatalities. Contributing factors to such accidents include distracted driving, excessive speed, and insufficient pedestrian infrastructure. An alarming statistic from the same year reveals that over 2,500 pedestrians sustained injuries within the borough.
