An unfortunate incident occurred early Sunday morning when a Hatzolah volunteer EMT collided with a 19-year-old man while responding to an emergency call in Midwood, Brooklyn. The mini-ambulance, which had its emergency lights and sirens activated, struck the pedestrian on McDonald Avenue at Avenue P around 1:20 a.m. The young man suffered serious head injuries and was transported to Maimonides Hospital in critical condition. This tragic event raises important questions regarding pedestrian safety and the responsibilities of emergency responders in navigating busy street environments.
The incident, involving a Hatzolah volunteer EMT, raises concerns about the safety of pedestrians and the challenges of emergency response in busy urban settings.
Witnesses noted the mini-ambulance had its lights and sirens activated, yet it still struck the 19-year-old pedestrian who was crossing at a busy intersection.
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