On Monday morning, an 81-year-old woman was tragically struck by a box truck as she crossed 59th Street. Witnesses report that the woman tripped and fell into the crosswalk, making her vulnerable at the moment of impact. Authorities confirmed that the truck, described as white and traveling east on 59th Street, hit her before leaving the scene. Investigations are ongoing to determine if the driver was aware of the incident.
Details surrounding the incident remain unclear, though police reports indicate that the box truck continued without stopping after the collision. As the elderly woman was in the crosswalk, this raises serious concerns about the driver’s attentiveness and responsibility. Eyewitnesses have expressed their shock, noting how quickly the accident transpired, and it highlights the dangers pedestrians face in busy urban environments.
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