Brooklyn, NY (October 13, 2025) – On Monday afternoon, October 13, an 11-year-old child was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn.
The incident occurred just before 6:00 p.m. near 2183 Ocean Parkway, when police received reports of a collision involving two pedestrians and a scooter. According to the NYPD, a 2026 Acura Integra sedan traveling northbound on Ocean Parkway near Avenue V struck the child, who was riding a two-wheeled scooter at the time.
The impact caused debris to hit a 25-year-old man nearby, who sustained minor injuries. The driver of the Acura fled the scene but later abandoned the vehicle along Ocean Parkway, police said. Both victims were transported by EMS to Maimonides Medical Center, where the 11-year-old remains in critical condition. The 25-year-old is expected to recover.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and are working to identify the driver involved. We extend our thoughts and hopes for a full recovery to the young victim injured in this tragic incident.
Compensation in Hit-and-Run Accidents in Brooklyn
Hit-and-run accidents often leave victims and families facing immense financial and emotional challenges. When a driver flees the scene, victims must rely on insurance claims, legal action, and investigative efforts to recover compensation for their losses. In Brooklyn, injured victims may be entitled to pursue several types of compensation depending on the severity of the injuries and the circumstances of the crash.
Medical expenses are one of the most significant concerns. Victims may need emergency treatment, hospital care, surgeries, medications, and long-term rehabilitation. Compensation can help cover these costs and ensure access to proper care without overwhelming financial stress.
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity may also be recoverable if injuries prevent the victim, or their caregiver, from working temporarily or permanently.
Additionally, victims may seek pain and suffering damages, which account for the physical pain, emotional distress, and long-term impact that a serious crash can have on daily life. These damages go beyond financial costs and recognize the human toll of the accident, the fear, anxiety, and disruption to normal routines that often follow a traumatic event.
For children or victims who sustain permanent injuries, the emotional and psychological effects can be especially severe, sometimes requiring therapy or long-term support. In tragic cases involving minors or catastrophic injuries, non-economic damages can be substantial, reflecting not only the immediate suffering but also the loss of enjoyment of life and the challenges faced during recovery.
When the at-fault driver cannot be immediately identified, victims may still be eligible to recover compensation through their uninsured motorist coverage or by working with a skilled attorney to identify liable parties.
Consulting a New York car accident lawyer is an important step after a hit-and-run. An experienced attorney can coordinate with police investigators, handle insurance negotiations, and pursue every available source of compensation.
If your loved one has been injured in a hit-and-run accident, contact Keith D. Silverstein & Associates at 866-478-3465 for a free consultation. Our dedicated team is committed to helping Brooklyn families seek justice and secure the compensation they deserve.
Notes: The information in this accident news post is gathered from secondary sources, including official police and fire department reports, media coverage, and eyewitness statements. Our team at Keith D. Silverstein & Associates has not independently verified all details. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact us so we can make prompt corrections. Should you wish for this post to be removed, we will honor your request as quickly as possible.
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