January 06, 2012
/24-7PressRelease/ -- Relatives of killed cyclists and pedestrians argue that New York City's recent attempts at protection from negligent drivers are not enough. The city recently provided both additional bicycle lanes and audible pedestrian signals to try and reduce the number of nonmotorists injured in New York motor vehicle accidents, but the group calls for the police department to do more.
The Gothamist reports bicyclists, pedestrians and relatives call for increased accountability among negligent drivers. Their concerns voiced at a recent rally focused the lack of charges issued by the New York Police Department (NYPD) to
vehicle drivers after striking bicyclists and pedestrians.
The report included some facts that were concerning to the group:
- Driver runs red light and strikes woman crossing intersection, woman killed
- Driver of tractor trailer hits child crossing intersection, child killed
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Driver strikes pedestrian walking in intersection and leaves the scene, man killed
- NYPD traffic agent hits man crossing intersection, man killed
According to the group, the startling detail these figures have in common: the police did not issue the drivers any charges. Even after tracking down the driver responsible for a hit and run that resulted in the death of a pedestrian crossing the intersection, no charges were filed.
In a time when
distracted driving is leading to increased traffic accidents, pedestrians and bicyclists are understandably concerned. Victims and their relatives' voice distress that the lack of action by the NYPD will thwart deterrence efforts.
If you or a loved one were recently injured by a vehicle while walking or cycling, it is important to contact a New York Personal Injury Attorney to discuss the legal remedies and rights that may be available.
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