The driver of the FDNY truck was responding to a 911 call regarding a choking baby when he struck Victor Hidalgo, a 24-year-old cyclist, at a dangerous intersection. Emergency lights were active, but it is unclear if the siren was on or if he had a green light. The incident demonstrates the risks posed by the current traffic infrastructure in Brooklyn, particularly for cyclists.
Victor Hidalgo, a delivery worker and devoted family man, tragically lost his life in the collision, leaving behind a wife and a young son in Mexico. His death marks at least the 22nd cyclist fatality in New York City this year and the seventh in Brooklyn alone, underscoring the alarming rise in cyclist deaths and the urgent need for better protections on the road.
Sackett Street features a painted bike lane that blends with vehicle traffic, contributing to the dangers cyclists face. Fourth Avenue is notably hazardous, with a history of cyclist fatalities, emphasizing the increasing urgency for improved safety measures to protect those on two wheels.
The rising number of cyclist fatalities—especially those involving larger vehicles like pickup trucks—highlights systemic issues in urban traffic design, calling for urgent policy reassessment to enhance safety.
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