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Pedestrian killed in Crown Heights after running into traffic

Fatal pedestrian accident on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn highlights the need for improved safety measures and traffic redesign.

Man Fatally Stuck by Truck and SUV in Crown Heights

Pedestrian killed in Crown Heights after being hit by a box truck and SUV while crossing the street.

63-Year-Old Man Killed in SUV Collision at Brooklyn's Bustling Intersection

A pedestrian was killed by an SUV at a Brooklyn intersection while the driver had a green light.

Speeding driver found guilty over death of woman in London

A driver was found guilty of causing the death of a woman by dangerous driving in London, resulting in a fatal head injury.
The driver was speeding at 48mph in a 20mph zone, hitting the woman who somersaulted in the air before landing on a railing and suffering a fatal head injury.

Teenage boy (16) killed in hit-and-run in Co Kildare

A 16-year-old pedestrian was fatally injured in a hit-and-run incident in Co Kildare.

Pedestrian dies in Wakefield crash

A fatal pedestrian crash occurred in Wakefield involving a 78-year-old man and a Ford Mustang.

Pedestrian killed in Crown Heights after running into traffic

Fatal pedestrian accident on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn highlights the need for improved safety measures and traffic redesign.

Man Fatally Stuck by Truck and SUV in Crown Heights

Pedestrian killed in Crown Heights after being hit by a box truck and SUV while crossing the street.

63-Year-Old Man Killed in SUV Collision at Brooklyn's Bustling Intersection

A pedestrian was killed by an SUV at a Brooklyn intersection while the driver had a green light.

Speeding driver found guilty over death of woman in London

A driver was found guilty of causing the death of a woman by dangerous driving in London, resulting in a fatal head injury.
The driver was speeding at 48mph in a 20mph zone, hitting the woman who somersaulted in the air before landing on a railing and suffering a fatal head injury.

Teenage boy (16) killed in hit-and-run in Co Kildare

A 16-year-old pedestrian was fatally injured in a hit-and-run incident in Co Kildare.

Pedestrian dies in Wakefield crash

A fatal pedestrian crash occurred in Wakefield involving a 78-year-old man and a Ford Mustang.
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Senior Man Killed in Downtown Brooklyn After Being Struck by Bus While Riding Moped

A 74-year-old man riding a moped was fatally struck by a bus in Downtown Brooklyn during a right turn.

Drunk driving suspect who killed North Bay mom has 4 prior DUIs, now faces murder charge

A DUI driver killed 31-year-old Jessica Avila Munoz, a mother and peace officer, prompting a murder charge against the suspect.

2 dead after wrong-way SUV plows into unsuspecting driver on Long Island highway

A wrong-way crash on Long Island left two men dead and is under investigation by State Police.

Wrong Way Motorist Charged with Murders of Mother and Son in San Jose

A man faces murder charges for a high-speed, wrong-way crash that killed a mother and son.

24-year-old fatally hit by several vehicles after leaping from car, California cops say

A 24-year-old woman was killed after jumping from a car and being struck by multiple vehicles on Interstate 580 in California.

Bay Area teen dies after falling out of truck doing doughnuts in San Jose

An 18-year-old woman died after falling from a pickup truck driven recklessly; alcohol may have contributed to the incident.

Senior Man Killed in Downtown Brooklyn After Being Struck by Bus While Riding Moped

A 74-year-old man riding a moped was fatally struck by a bus in Downtown Brooklyn during a right turn.

Drunk driving suspect who killed North Bay mom has 4 prior DUIs, now faces murder charge

A DUI driver killed 31-year-old Jessica Avila Munoz, a mother and peace officer, prompting a murder charge against the suspect.

2 dead after wrong-way SUV plows into unsuspecting driver on Long Island highway

A wrong-way crash on Long Island left two men dead and is under investigation by State Police.

Wrong Way Motorist Charged with Murders of Mother and Son in San Jose

A man faces murder charges for a high-speed, wrong-way crash that killed a mother and son.

24-year-old fatally hit by several vehicles after leaping from car, California cops say

A 24-year-old woman was killed after jumping from a car and being struck by multiple vehicles on Interstate 580 in California.

Bay Area teen dies after falling out of truck doing doughnuts in San Jose

An 18-year-old woman died after falling from a pickup truck driven recklessly; alcohol may have contributed to the incident.
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Parents of cyclist killed by crash call for curbs on speeding

Call for improved road safety following a tragic cycling incident.
Parents advocate for traffic calming measures and enforcement of speed limits.
Cycling campaign stresses need for safer crossings and infrastructure.
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Motorcyclist killed in collision, Fremont police said

A 35-year-old woman, Kim Tran, tragically died in a motorcycle crash while practicing in Fremont.
This incident marks the seventh fatal traffic accident in Fremont for the year.

Motorcyclist dies in Antioch crash

A 43-year-old motorcyclist died in an Antioch crash after being ejected from his bike while traveling at high speed.

Teenage motorcyclist dies after early hours crash with van in Waltham Abbey

A teenage motorcyclist tragically died after a crash in Essex.

Motorcyclist killed in collision, Fremont police said

A 35-year-old woman, Kim Tran, tragically died in a motorcycle crash while practicing in Fremont.
This incident marks the seventh fatal traffic accident in Fremont for the year.

Motorcyclist dies in Antioch crash

A 43-year-old motorcyclist died in an Antioch crash after being ejected from his bike while traveling at high speed.

Teenage motorcyclist dies after early hours crash with van in Waltham Abbey

A teenage motorcyclist tragically died after a crash in Essex.
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2 teens killed, 3 injured in early morning crash on Long Island, NY parkway

Young Long Island teens tragically killed in car crash on Southern State Parkway.

Fatal overnight car crash shuts down I-95 near Northwest 119th Street, authorities say

A fatal car crash on I-95 involved two vehicles and resulted in one death and critical injuries, causing highway closures.

Driver killed after car crashes into utility pole in Carver

A 56-year-old woman died in a car crash in Carver.
The utility pole snapped in half in the crash.

2 teens killed, 3 injured in early morning crash on Long Island, NY parkway

Young Long Island teens tragically killed in car crash on Southern State Parkway.

Fatal overnight car crash shuts down I-95 near Northwest 119th Street, authorities say

A fatal car crash on I-95 involved two vehicles and resulted in one death and critical injuries, causing highway closures.

Driver killed after car crashes into utility pole in Carver

A 56-year-old woman died in a car crash in Carver.
The utility pole snapped in half in the crash.
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Tragic Accident in Gravesend Claims Life of 87-Year-Old Woman Struck by Moving Vehicle

An 87-year-old woman died in Gravesend after being hit by a car left running.
The incident occurred when the car rolled back and struck the victim while she was walking behind it.

One person dies following collision into a building in the Seaport

A serious collision in Boston's Seaport resulted in one death and multiple injuries, prompting an ongoing investigation by police.

Biker, 16, dies in crash after suspected stabbing

A 16-year-old boy died after a motorbike accident, linked to a suspected stabbing, highlighting concerns over youth violence.

Bushwick Hit-And-Run Leaves One Woman Dead, One Injured

Police seek driver of blue Mazda CX5 after fatal hit-and-run in Bushwick.

Person found dead after Aquatic Park DUI crash

A person was found dead under a vehicle in a DUI-related crash at Aquatic Park, leading to an ongoing police investigation.

Motorcyclist dies in Gilroy crash

A motorcyclist died in a collision with a car in Gilroy, prompting police investigation.

Tragic Accident in Gravesend Claims Life of 87-Year-Old Woman Struck by Moving Vehicle

An 87-year-old woman died in Gravesend after being hit by a car left running.
The incident occurred when the car rolled back and struck the victim while she was walking behind it.

One person dies following collision into a building in the Seaport

A serious collision in Boston's Seaport resulted in one death and multiple injuries, prompting an ongoing investigation by police.

Biker, 16, dies in crash after suspected stabbing

A 16-year-old boy died after a motorbike accident, linked to a suspected stabbing, highlighting concerns over youth violence.

Bushwick Hit-And-Run Leaves One Woman Dead, One Injured

Police seek driver of blue Mazda CX5 after fatal hit-and-run in Bushwick.

Person found dead after Aquatic Park DUI crash

A person was found dead under a vehicle in a DUI-related crash at Aquatic Park, leading to an ongoing police investigation.

Motorcyclist dies in Gilroy crash

A motorcyclist died in a collision with a car in Gilroy, prompting police investigation.
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Man (20s) killed in single-vehicle crash in Co Cork

A fatal road traffic incident occurred between Bantry and Ballydehob, with a man in his 20s pronounced dead at the scene.

Car 'rolled over three times' in Eltham crash that killed pregnant woman

The crash in Eltham resulted in the tragic death of a pregnant woman and her unborn child, prompting an investigation into the incident.

Suspected stolen car driver killed in Oakland was free on bail pending prosecution in another vehicle theft case

The driver killed in Oakland was free on bail for a prior vehicle theft and was driving a stolen car at the time of his death.
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Pedestrian killed in collision on Highway 101 in Sunnyvale

A tragic incident involved a man crashing his car, running across traffic lanes, and getting hit by two vehicles on Highway 101.

Man dead after 2-vehicle crash in North York, police say | CBC News

A man died following a two-vehicle collision in North York, with police investigating the incident.

1 man dead, 5 injured in crash on 10 Freeway

One man killed, a woman and four children injured in a rollover crash on the 10 Freeway.
Crash occurred on the westbound 10 near the Hoover Street ramp in University Park area.

Pedestrian killed in collision on Highway 101 in Sunnyvale

A tragic incident involved a man crashing his car, running across traffic lanes, and getting hit by two vehicles on Highway 101.

Man dead after 2-vehicle crash in North York, police say | CBC News

A man died following a two-vehicle collision in North York, with police investigating the incident.

1 man dead, 5 injured in crash on 10 Freeway

One man killed, a woman and four children injured in a rollover crash on the 10 Freeway.
Crash occurred on the westbound 10 near the Hoover Street ramp in University Park area.
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Bus driver fatally struck and killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run | amNewYork

Fatal hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn involving a bus driver.
Potential existence of an argument leading to the collision.

Fire recruit killed on freeway had been in collision before exiting vehicle, CHP says

A Los Angeles Fire Department recruit, Jacob Fuerte, was fatally struck on the 101 Freeway while en route to training, causing multiple injuries and investigations.

Police Determine Tesla Driver Had FSD Enabled In Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Authorities confirmed Tesla's Full Self-Driving software was active in a fatal crash near Seattle, raising concerns about driver reliance and Tesla's autonomous technology.

NYC start-up founder Sophia D'Antoine, 30, dies after being mowed down crossing UES street

Sophia D'Antoine, a young cybersecurity research firm founder, tragically passed away after being struck by a speeding SUV.
The incident involved a 2017 Land Rover hitting D'Antoine, subsequently causing a head-on collision with a taxi and another parked SUV.

Vermont plane crash kills four

Four people died in a plane crash in Vermont after returning from brunch in Connecticut.

Suspected drug driver bailed as girl, 9, dies in hospital after Bexleyheath bus crash

The driver of a bus involved in a crash in Bexleyheath that led to the death of a nine-year-old girl has been bailed pending further investigations.

Bus driver fatally struck and killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run | amNewYork

Fatal hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn involving a bus driver.
Potential existence of an argument leading to the collision.

Fire recruit killed on freeway had been in collision before exiting vehicle, CHP says

A Los Angeles Fire Department recruit, Jacob Fuerte, was fatally struck on the 101 Freeway while en route to training, causing multiple injuries and investigations.

Police Determine Tesla Driver Had FSD Enabled In Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Authorities confirmed Tesla's Full Self-Driving software was active in a fatal crash near Seattle, raising concerns about driver reliance and Tesla's autonomous technology.

NYC start-up founder Sophia D'Antoine, 30, dies after being mowed down crossing UES street

Sophia D'Antoine, a young cybersecurity research firm founder, tragically passed away after being struck by a speeding SUV.
The incident involved a 2017 Land Rover hitting D'Antoine, subsequently causing a head-on collision with a taxi and another parked SUV.

Vermont plane crash kills four

Four people died in a plane crash in Vermont after returning from brunch in Connecticut.

Suspected drug driver bailed as girl, 9, dies in hospital after Bexleyheath bus crash

The driver of a bus involved in a crash in Bexleyheath that led to the death of a nine-year-old girl has been bailed pending further investigations.
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Police search for lorry driver who 'left scene' as man in his 40s dies in M25 crash

A man in his 40s died after a crash on the M25; police seek the lorry driver involved.
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Driver charged with killing NHL's Johnny Gaudreau and brother had .087% BAC

Drunk driving led to the tragic deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew.
Sean M Higgins, the driver, had a blood-alcohol level of .087 at the time of the crash.

Driver 'wrongfully' blamed victim of fatal crash

The accused driver in a fatal accident initially attempted to blame the victim, but later admitted he was wrong.

Guilty driver skipped trial for killing jogger

The motorist who drove twice the speed limit, causing the death of a jogger, did not attend his trial despite being convicted of causing death by dangerous driving.

Speeding driver found guilty over death of woman

Speeding driver found guilty in death of Ecuadorian politician's daughter despite blame-shifting.

Bexley Mercedes driver guilty ofdeath of politician's daughter

Driving incident in London leads to tragic death due to excessive speed and careless driving.

Driver charged with killing NHL's Johnny Gaudreau and brother had .087% BAC

Drunk driving led to the tragic deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew.
Sean M Higgins, the driver, had a blood-alcohol level of .087 at the time of the crash.

Driver 'wrongfully' blamed victim of fatal crash

The accused driver in a fatal accident initially attempted to blame the victim, but later admitted he was wrong.

Guilty driver skipped trial for killing jogger

The motorist who drove twice the speed limit, causing the death of a jogger, did not attend his trial despite being convicted of causing death by dangerous driving.

Speeding driver found guilty over death of woman

Speeding driver found guilty in death of Ecuadorian politician's daughter despite blame-shifting.

Bexley Mercedes driver guilty ofdeath of politician's daughter

Driving incident in London leads to tragic death due to excessive speed and careless driving.
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San Jose: Driver in wrong-way crash that killed mother and son booked on murder charges

A Florida man was arrested for a wrong-way crash in San Jose that killed a mother and son.

San Jose man killed in solo-vehicle crash on Highway 101

46-year-old San Jose man died in a solo-vehicle crash after driving off Highway 101 and hitting a tree.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

San Jose: Driver in wrong-way crash that killed mother and son booked on murder charges

A Florida man was arrested for a wrong-way crash in San Jose that killed a mother and son.

San Jose man killed in solo-vehicle crash on Highway 101

46-year-old San Jose man died in a solo-vehicle crash after driving off Highway 101 and hitting a tree.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
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Man fatally struck by F train in Queens after platform altercation: cops | amNewYork

A 20-year-old man died after being struck by an F train in Queens following an altercation on the platform.
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'Remorse has never been seen' - Family hit out at drunk driver who hit well-known broadcaster in fatal crash

The Palmer family delivers emotional victim impact statements at Cork Circuit Criminal Court following a fatal accident caused by dangerous driving.

Speeding driver found guilty of killing jogger he hit on Battersea Bridge

Speeding driver found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving after hitting jogger on Battersea Bridge.

Driver caught fleeing scene of crash which killed father and son

A dangerous driver received a 12-year prison sentence for killing a father and son while cycling.

'Remorse has never been seen' - Family hit out at drunk driver who hit well-known broadcaster in fatal crash

The Palmer family delivers emotional victim impact statements at Cork Circuit Criminal Court following a fatal accident caused by dangerous driving.

Speeding driver found guilty of killing jogger he hit on Battersea Bridge

Speeding driver found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving after hitting jogger on Battersea Bridge.

Driver caught fleeing scene of crash which killed father and son

A dangerous driver received a 12-year prison sentence for killing a father and son while cycling.
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Van driver jailed for killing Dublin man after drinking tequila at a barbecue

Drinking and driving led to a fatal accident resulting in a 12-year jail sentence for the van driver.

Van driver who killed Dublin man after drinking tequila at a BBQ is jailed

Driving under the influence can have severe consequences.
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Pedestrian killed after car goes out of control in East Harlem. Here's what witnesses saw.

A man was killed in East Harlem after being struck by a vehicle, leading to criminal charges against the driver.

Pedestrian dead in Bay Point after being hit by vehicle

Pedestrian died in a vehicle collision in Bay Point.

Pedestrian killed after car goes out of control in East Harlem. Here's what witnesses saw.

A man was killed in East Harlem after being struck by a vehicle, leading to criminal charges against the driver.

Pedestrian dead in Bay Point after being hit by vehicle

Pedestrian died in a vehicle collision in Bay Point.
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Friends joke I'm going to die' before driver crashes into taxi killing passenger

A speeding driver crashed into a parked taxi, killing a woman and injuring his friends, resulting in a lengthy prison sentence and driving disqualification.
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3 charged with murder of Ohio woman who tried to rescue her 6-year-old son from carjacking

Teens involved in a carjacking resulting in a woman's death are facing murder charges collectively, highlighting legal accountability for aiding in a crime.

Man dies after being hit by dump truck in Whitchurch-Stouffville | CBC News

A man died after being hit by a dump truck in Whitchurch-Stouffville, with the driver staying on the scene.

Woman dead after Oshawa crash, Durham police say | CBC News

A woman died in a collision near Glenbourne Court and Grandview Street in Oshawa early Sunday morning.

Locals demand action on Fourth Avenue bike lane after cyclist killed by pickup truck driver in Sunset Park * Brooklyn Paper

The Fourth Avenue bike lane in Sunset Park lacks necessary safety measures, contributing to a fatal accident involving a cyclist and a pickup truck.
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A Volkswagen driver killed a motorcyclist after 11 hours of drinking, Miami-Dade cops say

A tragic accident involving a drunk Volkswagen driver in Miami resulted in the death of a motorcyclist and critical injury to a passenger.

Drunk father and son plough car through corn fields moments before killing woman

Drunk father and son in stolen Land Rover kill woman in crash. They were four times over the drink-drive limit, resulting in a 14-year jail sentence.

A Volkswagen driver killed a motorcyclist after 11 hours of drinking, Miami-Dade cops say

A tragic accident involving a drunk Volkswagen driver in Miami resulted in the death of a motorcyclist and critical injury to a passenger.

Drunk father and son plough car through corn fields moments before killing woman

Drunk father and son in stolen Land Rover kill woman in crash. They were four times over the drink-drive limit, resulting in a 14-year jail sentence.
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Boy, six, dies after falling from tower block in east London

A tragic incident where a six-year-old boy died after falling from a tower block in east London.
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NYPD Investigates Fatal Hit-And-Run Involving Pedestrian in Brooklyn

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn. Incident involved a pedestrian struck at an intersection. Victim was hit by a vehicle crossing over double-yellow lines.

SUV driver plows into 71-year-old woman, killing her, while fleeing police on NYC street

An SUV driver fleeing from police hit and killed a 71-year-old woman in Brooklyn, injuring her daughter; the driver fled the scene on foot.

Man charged over death of boy, 7, killed in Folkestone hit-and-run

A man charged over hit-and-run death of 7-year-old boy in Folkestone.

A woman was killed walking on the freeway. The CHP is looking for the driver who hit her

Driver struck and killed a pedestrian on the 10 Freeway in Riverside County.
Police seek public's help to find hit-and-run driver.

NYPD Investigates Fatal Hit-And-Run Involving Pedestrian in Brooklyn

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Brooklyn. Incident involved a pedestrian struck at an intersection. Victim was hit by a vehicle crossing over double-yellow lines.

SUV driver plows into 71-year-old woman, killing her, while fleeing police on NYC street

An SUV driver fleeing from police hit and killed a 71-year-old woman in Brooklyn, injuring her daughter; the driver fled the scene on foot.

Man charged over death of boy, 7, killed in Folkestone hit-and-run

A man charged over hit-and-run death of 7-year-old boy in Folkestone.

A woman was killed walking on the freeway. The CHP is looking for the driver who hit her

Driver struck and killed a pedestrian on the 10 Freeway in Riverside County.
Police seek public's help to find hit-and-run driver.
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Elderly woman fatally struck by 'maniac' NYC driver was adored granny: 'Everybody loved her'

The tragic death of an elderly woman killed by a reckless driver fleeing from police in Brooklyn

One killed in overnight Highway 101 crash near Sunnyvale

One person was killed in a multi-car collision on Highway 101 near Mathilda Avenue early Sunday.

Girl, 5, dies after being hit by lorry outside school in Hull

A tragic incident involving a five-year-old girl who was fatally hit by a lorry outside a school in Hull.

Person dies after crash near South Wimbledon tube station

A fatal crash occurred near South Wimbledon tube station.
Emergency services responded promptly, but a person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two killed in snowy plane crash in Truckee identified; victims were tech entrepreneurs

Tragic plane crash involving Israeli entrepreneur and wife near Truckee
Former professional soccer player turned entrepreneur and wife died in the crash
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