Short summary: A multi-vehicle crash in the Bronx's Throgs Neck sent seven people to the hospital early Monday morning, one of them in critical condition. If this happens to you, getting checked out right away and starting your no-fault claim fast generally protects you, though exact deadlines depend on your situation.
It was just after 1:35 a.m. Monday when FDNY crews responded to a multi-vehicle crash near 1 Marina Drive by Hollywood Avenue in Throgs Neck. Seven people needed hospital care. One is critical, one is seriously hurt, and five have injuries described as minor.
Police haven't said what caused the crash or how many drivers were involved. No arrests have been announced. For the people who were in those cars, none of that uncertainty changes what they need to do right now.
What We Know So Far
- The crash happened around 1:35 a.m. Monday near 1 Marina Drive and Hollywood Avenue in Throgs Neck.
- Seven people were taken to local hospitals.
- One victim is critical, one is seriously hurt, and five have minor injuries.
- The cause remains under investigation.
Early morning multi-car crashes often involve speed, fatigue, or impaired driving, but until investigators finish their work, that is speculation, not fact.
What To Do If You Are Hurt in a Crash Like This
When several vehicles are involved, sorting out who is responsible can take weeks or months, with each driver's insurer pointing fingers at the others. That delay is exactly why you should not wait to protect yourself.
Get Checked Out Immediately
Adrenaline hides pain. Concussions and soft tissue injuries often do not show symptoms for hours or days. A same-day visit to a hospital or urgent care creates a medical record tying your injuries to the crash, so insurers cannot later claim they came from somewhere else.
Start Your No-Fault Claim Fast
In New York, your own auto insurance generally owes you no-fault benefits for medical bills and some lost wages, no matter who caused the crash. That clock starts the day of the crash, not the day you get around to it. See our guide to the 30-day no-fault deadline to understand what is at stake.
Watch What You Tell Adjusters
In a multi-car crash, every insurer wants your statement early, before you know the full extent of your injuries. Before you talk to anyone, read our guide on what to say, and not say, to an insurance adjuster.
If your car needs repairs, here is what to know about getting a rental car covered. And if you are dealing with lingering neck or back pain, physical therapy is often the first step toward a documented recovery.
Questions New Yorkers ask us
What should I do right after a multi-car crash in New York?
Call 911, get checked out by EMS or a hospital even if you feel fine, and collect names and insurance information from every driver you can. Our guide on what to do after a car accident in New York walks through each step.
Who pays my medical bills when several cars are involved?
Generally, your own no-fault insurance pays first for medical bills and lost wages, regardless of who caused the crash. Sorting out fault, and whether you are owed more than no-fault covers, usually comes later.
What if I cannot work because of my injuries?
No-fault benefits generally include a portion of lost wages, but there are caps and deadlines. If your injuries are serious, you may be entitled to more, depending on the specifics of your case and New York's injury thresholds.
Not sure where you stand after a crash? Get your free case review or call (347) 526-1246. A real person answers, 24/7.
Reporting: PIX11.
