Pedestrian Killed In Yonkers Car Accident With Drunk Driver

Good Samaritan Dies in Yonkers Highway and Drunk Driver on Saw Mill River Parkway

YONKERS, NEW YORK (July 16, 2022) – A good Samaritan tragically died in a Yonkers car accident on the Saw Mill River Parkway.

Yonkers police officials say the collision happened Friday morning. A good Samaritan stopped to help after a previous accident.

Unfortunately, the good Samaritan was hit by another car and fell to the ground. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene to treat all victims.

Unfortunately, the good Samaritan died as a result of their injuries. Police arrested the driver who hit the victim on suspicion of DUI.

A full investigation into the collision is ongoing at this time.

Liability in Yonkers Car Accidents

Thousands of people die or are seriously injured every year in drunk driver accidents. According to me NHTSA, “Every day, about 32 people in the United States die in drunk driving crashes—one person every 45 minutes. In 2020, 11,654 people died die in traffic deaths with impaired driving – an increase of 14% from 2019. All these deaths could be prevented. Even moderate amounts of alcohol can seriously impair drivers in the following ways.

• Drivers under the influence have reduced cooperation
• Drivers under the influence have less ability to stay in their lane.
• Drunk drivers have slower reaction times.

It is illegal to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol BAC of 0.08% or more. Drunk drivers can be held criminally and civilly liable. The family of any person who died in a car accident with a drunk driver can file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death attorney can review all the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.

New York Car Accident Investigation

Have you or someone you care about been injured in a Yonkers car accident with a drunk driver? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to help in any way we can. We care deeply that accident victims know their rights and that negligent drivers are held accountable for their actions. You are always welcome to contact us anytime at (516) 908-9792.