Queens, NY – Tecinna Bahadur Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Van Wyck Expy Service Rd
Queens, NY (March 5, 2023) – At 6:46 p.m. on the evening of Friday, March 3, a woman was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident at an intersection in Queens.
According to New York State Police, the accident happened at the intersection of the Van Wyck Expressway Service Road and 107th Avenue. Police confirmed that 41-year-old Anthony Ramjit was traveling in the area in his Chevrolet Traverse when he suddenly struck a pedestrian who was crossing the street in the area.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local Queens responders were dispatched to the scene immediately. The pedestrian, identified as 23-year-old Tecinna Bahadur, was severely injured and rushed to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. She was tragically pronounced dead while there due to these injuries.
A large portion of the roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time after the accident. Police arrested Ramjit at the scene due to driving under the influence at the time of the crash.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision remains ongoing.
We would like to take a moment to offer our warmest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of the pedestrian whose life was taken in this accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in New York
Though pedestrian accidents are not the most common types of accidents on our roads in New York, they tend to lead to some of the most catastrophic harm. These accidents lead to both injuries and fatalities in New York every single day, in fact. Statistics show that 175 pedestrians were killed in fatal pedestrian accidents in Queens in one recent year, accounting for a large percentage of the fatalities that happen in all of New York City. If you have sustained the loss of a loved one in a pedestrian accident and believe that another party is at fault, it is imperative that you speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
We continue to see a large number of pedestrian-related accidents on New York roads every year and Queens is no stranger to these collisions. Though drivers are always supposed to be aware of pedestrians, these accidents still happen all the time, causing severe harm. As you grieve the unexpected loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you and your family will move forward both emotionally and financially. Speaking with a Queens pedestrian accident attorney can help you during these difficult times.
At The Tadchiev Law Firm P.C., we will stand by your side after you have lost someone you love in a fatal pedestrian crash. We understand how overwhelming a fatal collision can be and offer our resources and assistance when you need them the most. You may discover that you are eligible for some of the following damages:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial expenses
You should not have to face the aftermath of a fatal pedestrian accident on your own. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Queens at (718) 606-4099 to find out what we can do for you at this time.
Notes: When writing these accident news pieces, our writers rely on secondary sources. These sources are comprised of police and fire accident reports, news reports, and newspaper articles, as well as first-person testimonies from accident witnesses. Because of this, our team at The Tadchiev Law Firm P.C. has not independently validated the information regarding this accident. Please get in touch with our company to have any inaccurate information corrected right away. Please let us know if you want the post to be taken down from our website, and we will do our best to comply.
Disclaimers: In order to prevent being engaged in a tragic accident, we wish to encourage the people in our neighborhood to drive slowly and with caution. This news article is not meant to be a solicitation for business. Any information offered shouldn’t be regarded as professional medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post wasn’t taken at the location of the collision.