A 59yr old man, an employee of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, died on the job today inside the College Point Bus Depot on 28th Avenue in Queens.
The tragedy occurred when a bus driver, backing up her bus, struck him as he performed his duties. Emergency Medical Service personnel and First Responders rushed to the scene, but the man could not be saved. It is unclear whether the driver faces any charges. The NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad will determine the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate event.
The 44yr old driver who caused the deaths of 1yr old Joshua Lew and 4yr old Abigail Blumenstein is not facing charges at this time, according to Police sources. The driver was transported from the scene to a hospital where she remains hospitalized.
According to Police sources, the NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is currently working with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles to suspend her Driver License, pending a complete Medical Review.
Police said the Investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing.
A 32yr old man trying to cross Willmohr Street at East 94th Street in Brooklyn was mowed down by a driver who then fled the scene at about 11:00AM on Tuesday February 13th, 2018. The victim was rushed to Brookdale Hospital in critical condition with head trauma and leg injuries.