13-year-old critically injured after being struck by car in Borough Park
The driver of the car remained on the scene.
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Caution tape sealed off the intersection of 15th Avenue and 38th Street Friday morning after police say a 13-year-old boy was struck by a car shortly after 8 a.m.
Residents gathered near the scene as investigators worked to determine what led up to the violent crash. Witnesses described a heavy police presence and a chaotic aftermath.
“I was in the area, but I just saw a lot of people hovering around and tape and stuff around,” said resident Sonny Benun. “I just think the driving around here is a little wild, and it’s got to be a little safer.”
Police sources say the impact threw the teen from the intersection, causing him to land in front of a nearby school bus.
According to transportation safety data from Zero Data, more than 2,000 people are injured in the area each year, fueling concerns among neighbors who say dangerous driving has become increasingly common.
“During peak hours, you cannot move one block to another,” said Mohammed, another resident. “I just personally think it’s sad, but we just need to be careful.”
Authorities say officers arrived to find the driver still at the scene while the teenager lay unconscious on the ground. Emergency crews rushed the boy to Maimonides Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
“It’s terrible, terrible,” said resident Monica. “Drivers are not really caring the way they drive. They drive like animals. They should be more aware that people are able to walk out in the streets.”
News 12 witnessed officers placing a man in handcuffs and escorting him into a police vehicle in custody. However, officials say no formal arrest has been made at this time.
Neighbors in the tight-knit community say the incident has left many shaken and demanding safer streets.
“This is something that happens, and people are not really caring about anybody’s life,” Monica added. “My opinion is - be more careful.”
Investigators say they are continuing to piece together exactly what caused the crash.
