Driver Hits Man Crossing New Lots Ave
A driver heading west on New Lots Ave hit a 31-year-old man crossing against the signal near Van Sinderen. Night rain, empty street, and one pedestrian left dead on the asphalt.
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What We Know
According to the police report, a westbound driver hit a 31-year-old man who was crossing New Lots Ave near Van Sinderen Ave in Brooklyn around 2:34 a.m. The pedestrian was at the intersection and crossing against the signal when the driver, traveling straight, struck him head-on. The man suffered fatal head injuries and was recorded as dead at the scene. The crash happened overnight in rainy, dark conditions.
People
Pedestrian killed
Age 31; Male; Pedestrian location: Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection; Pedestrian action: Crossing Against Signal; Injury: Killed
Vehicles
SUV
2004 HYUN -CAR/SUV; Occupants: 2; Pre-crash movement: Going Straight Ahead; Travel direction: West; Point of impact: Center Front End; Damage: Center Front End; Driver license status: Unlicensed; Contributing factor: Unsafe Speed
Press Articles
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