All articles tagged with #pedestrians
A man in his 20s was killed and another critically injured after being struck by a hit-and-run SUV while crossing the street in Corona, Queens, early New Year's Day; the driver fled the scene and is being sought by authorities.
A vehicle struck a crowd in Inglewood, California, injuring at least 10 people, including a 14-year-old boy, near West Century Boulevard during a soccer event, with police investigating the motive.
In central Israel, a car driver suspected of ramming into pedestrians at a bus stop in Nir Tzvi near Lod was shot dead by police, who labeled it a "suspected terrorist attack." Four people were injured, with two in serious condition and one critically injured. Video footage showed the car on the pavement and police firing at it.
Two pedestrians were killed in separate crashes in Southeast Portland within a few hours of each other, with one of the drivers fleeing the scene. The first crash occurred on Sunday evening, and the driver stayed at the scene, while the second crash happened early Monday morning, and the driver left before police arrived. Fatal crashes in Portland have increased since the pandemic, with over 70 reported in 2023, making it the deadliest traffic year in the city since the 1990s.
A school bus in Boston crashed into a line of parked cars near a Hyde Park school, injuring three pedestrians, including a child. The incident was caught on doorbell camera video, showing the bus hitting the back of one car and causing a chain reaction. The crash, which occurred around 8:15 a.m., resulted in no students being on board the bus at the time. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but it is believed that the bus driver may have experienced an acceleration malfunction.
Seattle Police are investigating two incidents of vehicular assaults in North Seattle where drivers intentionally targeted pedestrians. Cell phone video from inside the car captured the disturbing incidents, with passengers encouraging the driver to hit the victims. The victims have not been identified, and the responsible individuals have not been caught. Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Multiple deadly car crashes involving pedestrians occurred in Charlotte, North Carolina, with one happening on Brookshire Freeway and another on Interstate 85 North. One person died at each scene, and further details are being investigated.
A woman was killed and at least one other person was hospitalized after a man drove into cars and pedestrians in Long Beach, California. The collision occurred at the intersection of Shoreline Drive and Aquarium Way. The Long Beach Police Department is investigating the incident and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Two pedestrians were hospitalized after being hit by a car in downtown El Paso. The incident prompted a response from the Special Traffic Investigations unit (STI).
Three pedestrians, including a child, were hit by a car at the Kansas State Fair, resulting in suspected serious injuries. The victims, a 62-year-old man, a 55-year-old woman, and a juvenile, were taken to the hospital for treatment.
Emergency crews are responding to an accident at the Kansas State Fair where pedestrians were struck by a vehicle near Gate 6 on the north side of the fairgrounds. The extent of injuries and the number of people involved is currently unknown.
Formula 1 has provided further information on the restricted access points for cars and pedestrians when the Las Vegas circuit is deemed "hot," ensuring safety measures are in place for the event.
A man driving a stolen SUV struck a group of pedestrians in New York City while attempting to flee from police. Ten people were injured but are expected to survive, with the most severe injury being a fractured ankle. Bystanders detained the 20-year-old driver until officers arrived. The investigation is ongoing.
A driver of a stolen car in Manhattan hit 10 people, including a 6-year-old, while trying to flee from the police. The incident occurred during rush hour on Lexington Avenue and 42nd Street. The driver struck pedestrians, a bicyclist, and two cars before being apprehended by good Samaritans. The injured individuals, ranging in age from 6 to 72, were taken to Bellevue Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver, a 20-year-old without a New York State driver's license, is facing pending charges.
A vehicle crashed into multiple pedestrians in Manhattan, injuring 10 people. The incident occurred at East 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue, and the injured individuals were taken to Bellevue Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.