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The Bronx, NY (February 14, 2021) – A man died on Saturday, February 13th when the speeding car he was riding in crashed into the back of a stopped bus in the Bronx.
Reports show that the accident took place at about 11:15 p.m. on Bartow Avenue when a silver Nissan Maxima, reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed, slammed into the back of a Metro Transit Authority bus as it sat at a bus stop.
The bus driver and two bus passengers all sustained injuries classified as non-life-threatening.
The 20-year-old driver of the Nissan and his unidentified male passenger were both transported via ambulance to Jacobi Medical Center.
The passenger was pronounced dead and the driver was in critical condition. As of Sunday morning, neither man had been identified.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Accidents in the Bronx
Hundreds of crash victims are killed during fatal car accidents in New York annually. In one recent year, a publication reported that close to 300 vehicular fatalities took place, all caused by New York car crashes. These crashes occur for multiple reasons, including inattentive driving, driving while intoxicated, speeding, and many more. If someone you love died during a car accident that was not their fault, it is imperative that you seek the counsel of an experienced New York personal injury attorney.
Losing someone you love in a New York car accident might be one of the most difficult things that you have ever faced. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a fatal collision that was caused by another party. This is especially true if a teenager was killed in one of these accidents. If you have lost someone close to you as a result of an accident, you should have an attorney on your side.
Our New York accident attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in accidents. We understand how overwhelming a collision can be and the impact that it can have on every aspect of your life. If you have lost someone close to you, you may be eligible for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in New York at 516-484-4010 for more information.
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