Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle at Broken Traffic Light in New York City

Woman Suffers Serious Injuries After Being Hit by Car

A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle at a broken traffic light in New York City on Wednesday evening.

The incident occurred at the intersection of Broadway and 42nd Street in Times Square around 6:30 p.m.

According to witnesses, the pedestrian, a woman in her 30s, was crossing the street when she was hit by a car that was turning left.

Broken Traffic Light May Have Contributed to Accident

Witnesses say the traffic light at the intersection was not working at the time of the accident.

Police are investigating whether the broken traffic light contributed to the accident.

The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.

Pedestrian Safety a Concern in New York City

The incident highlights the ongoing concern about pedestrian safety in New York City.

According to the city's Department of Transportation, there were over 130,000 pedestrian injuries in New York City in 2021.

The city has implemented a number of measures to improve pedestrian safety, including installing new traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, and speed bumps.