Pedestrian Killed In Riverhead Car Accident On West Main Street
RIVERHEAD, NEW YORK (December 4, 2019) – A pedestrian has tragically died after being hit by several cars as they were crossing West Main Street.
New York State Police are saying that the accident took place around 5:00 p.m. For reasons that remain under investigation a 72-year-old man was hit by a car headed eastbound.
After the initial collision the victim was then hit by another vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim.
He was taken to the Peconic Bay Medical Center and later pronounced dead. An investigation into the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Riverhead Pedestrian Accidents
All drivers have a responsibility to operate their vehicles in a reasonably safe manner and take measures to avoid hitting pedestrians. According to §19-190 Right of way. (a), “Except as provided in subdivision b of this section, any driver of a motor vehicle who fails to yield to a pedestrian or person riding a bicycle when such pedestrian or person has the right of way shall be guilty of a traffic infraction, which shall be punishable by a fine of not more than fifty dollars or imprisonment.”
The family of any person that is killed in a pedestrian accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a wrongful death claim may include lost wages, medical bills, funeral expenses and emotional distress. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Getting Help After A Riverhead Pedestrian Accident
We at Pulvers, Pulvers & Thompson extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim that died in this accident. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to the Riverhead police department as they continue their investigation. It is our sincere hope that measures will be put in place to help make this intersection safer.
