Speeding moped rider dies on Bronx River
A 27-year-old moped rider sped down Bronx River Parkway near Southern Boulevard and died after hitting headfirst. Police cited unsafe speed and alcohol; the overnight ride ended in a fatal solo crash.
What We Know
According to the police report, around 12:15 a.m. on Bronx River Parkway near Southern Boulevard, a 27-year-old man driving a moped eastbound lost control and was ejected. He hit headfirst and died from severe head injuries at the scene. Police recorded unsafe speed and alcohol involvement as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were listed in the crash report.
People
Occupant killed
Age 27; Male; Position: Driver; Injury: Killed
Vehicles
Moped
Occupants: 1; Pre-crash movement: Going Straight Ahead; Travel direction: East; Point of impact: Center Front End; Damage: Center Front End; Driver license status: Licensed; Contributing factor: Alcohol Involvement; Second contributing factor: Unsafe Speed
Where
Southern Blvd & Bronx River Pkwy, Bronx
Press Articles
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