Pedestrian Killed by Van in Bronx Left-Turn Collision: A Tragic Reminder of the Risks Faced by New York City Walkers

A 52-year-old pedestrian, Inza Fofana, tragically died after being struck by a van while crossing the street at E. 149th Street and Morris Avenue in Mott Haven. The fatal crash occurred around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday when a 2019 Ford Transit van, driven by a 48-year-old man, was attempting a left turn onto Morris Avenue. Fofana was transported to Lincoln Hospital in critical condition and later died from his injuries.

As Bronx car accident lawyers who have handled numerous pedestrian fatality cases, we understand how common and devastating these left-turn collisions can be — particularly at intersections like E. 149th and Morris, which see high volumes of foot and vehicle traffic. Left-turn crashes are notoriously dangerous for pedestrians due to limited visibility, driver inattention, and misjudgment of speed or distance.

In many of the pedestrian accident cases we handle, the victims were lawfully crossing the street when they were hit by drivers who either failed to yield or were not exercising due care. Investigations may take time, and fault is not always immediately assigned, but under New York law, drivers have a legal duty to watch for pedestrians and avoid collisions, even when the pedestrian is not in a marked crosswalk.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our attorneys are deeply familiar with the unique traffic patterns, accident trends, and liability issues in Bronx pedestrian cases. We have represented families of victims who were struck while crossing the street, including in left-turn and commercial vehicle collisions. Whether a vehicle is transporting cargo or passengers, operators of vans and trucks are held to a high standard of care — and we work tirelessly to hold them accountable when that duty is breached.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed  in a car accident in the Bronx, contact our trial attorneys at 212-943-1090 to learn more about your legal rights. We represent only the most serious injury cases and fight for maximum compensation for victims and their families.