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One person killed and nine injured in chain-reaction crash in New York City

One person killed and nine injured in chain-reaction crash in New York City

Summary

A car crashed into pedestrians and multiple vehicles at a busy intersection in the Bronx, New York City. One person died and nine others were injured, with emergency crews responding at the scene.

Key Facts

  • The crash happened shortly after 2 pm in the Allerton neighborhood of the Bronx.
  • A white Mercedes-Benz drove through a red light and hit four women crossing the street.
  • One of the women died at Jacobi Medical Center, two were in critical condition, and one was expected to survive.
  • The crash caused a chain reaction, with the Mercedes pushing two vehicles into two more cars.
  • Nine people received medical treatment after the accident.
  • The driver was conscious, only had minor injuries, and said he was trying to beat the traffic light.
  • Surveillance footage showed the car speeding through the intersection before the crash.
  • The New York Police Department is investigating the incident.
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