1 Killed in Accident on George Washington Bridge
There were massive traffic backups on the George Washington Bridge because of a seven-vehicle crash that happened around 8 pm on July 8 on the inbound upper-level of the bridge. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the New York Fire Department came to the scene. Officials closed several lanes of the bridge, but the entire inbound upper-level was a parking lot. The collision caused backups on the bridge of an hour or more. Authorities urged drivers...
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Driver Who Struck Pedestrians and Fled Scene in Brooklyn Charged
A 27-year-old man who put three people in the hospital after a July 21 pedestrian accident in Brooklyn is now facing charges. The victims suffered injuries after the 27-year-old allegedly struck them while driving a minivan in reverse. The injured victims were standing on the corner of 11th Avenue and 56th Street when the accident occurred. The victims, two adults and a six-year-old child, all required hospitalization. The 27-year-old man quickly left the scene of the crash, but police were...
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New Report Identifies 12 Most Dangerous NYC Spots for Pedestrians and Bicyclists
A recent report compiled by Localize.city highlights how dangerous some spots can be for bicyclists and pedestrians in New York City. Particularly dangerous areas, according to the report, are the intersections near bridges and areas that pass under elevated tracks. These areas are often narrow, yet need to handle heavy traffic that includes: Motor vehicles Bicycles Pedestrians All of these different modes of transportation in a narrow area can easily lead to collisions and serious injuries. While some of the...
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