Tragic Pedestrian Accident in Woodside, Queens: Woman Struck and Killed by Garbage Truck at 62nd Street and Roosevelt Avenue
A tragic incident occurred in Woodside, Queens, where a woman was struck and killed by a garbage truck at the intersection of 62nd Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the truck remained present and received treatment for minor injuries. The police were alerted to the incident just before midnight following a 911 call reporting the pedestrian accident. According to the initial investigation, the woman was crossing 62nd Street in the crosswalk when the garbage truck, operated by a 38-year-old female driver from Royal Waste, collided with her. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the NYPD collision investigation squad is actively working on the case. The victim's identity has not been disclosed, and efforts are being made to obtain a statement from Royal Waste regarding the incident.