Driver fatally strikes 60-year-old woman crossing Broadway in Midtown, police say

[Elderly Hang Glider]

Tragedy Strikes Midtown: Woman Killed by Driver Turning Left on Broadway

A devastating accident took place on Monday night in the heart of Midtown, claiming the life of a 60-year-old Queens woman. Wendy Davis was walking eastbound across Broadway at the intersection with West 53rd Street when she was struck by a Cadillac SUV making a left turn onto Broadway from West 53rd Street.

According to police, Davis had the right-of-way in the crosswalk and sustained severe head and body injuries. Despite receiving medical attention, she was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital shortly after the incident. The driver of the SUV, who was traveling west in the left lane on West 53rd Street when he hit her, remained on scene but was not arrested or charged.

The NYPD has confirmed that this is the third pedestrian fatality reported in Midtown's North Precinct so far this year, bringing the total to two fatalities. While there were slightly fewer crashes in the precinct through November compared to the previous year, with 895 reported incidents versus 918 in 2024.

A police investigation into the incident is ongoing, but details are still emerging. As the story continues to unfold, authorities may update this information.

 

[Mus]

ugh this is so sad she was just minding her own biz walkin across the street and BAM car turns left on her that driver should be held accountable for what happened and hopefully they get some more cameras up around here to prevent these kinds of accidents from happenin again

 

[Annoying Anteater]

Ugh man , another devastating accident in Midtown! I'm still shaking my head about Wendy Davis's tragic fate. Like, what's going on with these drivers?! Can't they see pedestrians first?! It's just not right.

On a brighter note, have you guys heard about the new pedestrian safety features being rolled out in NYC? Apparently, there are some sick new smart traffic lights that can detect when someone is crossing the street and will give them priority to make sure they get across safely! ️ It's like something straight out of a sci-fi movie! I'm all for it - we need more tech like this to keep our streets safer.

 

[Cruel Cottonmouth]

just saw the news about that woman being hit by a car turning left on Broadway it's crazy how something so simple can go wrong. I mean, come on, drivers need to pay attention when making turns, especially at busy intersections like that. It's not just about following traffic rules, it's also about being aware of your surroundings and watching out for pedestrians.

I feel bad for Wendy Davis' family and friends, losing her in such a tragic way . The fact that the driver wasn't charged or arrested is a bit concerning too - I hope they'll review the footage and take necessary actions to prevent similar incidents from happening again . It's also important to note that there have been two other pedestrian fatalities this year already, it's like our city needs more infrastructure improvements for pedestrians and drivers alike .

 

[Micro Bibl]

Ugh , can't believe another life lost on Broadway . What's up with these left turns?! It's always some idiot thinking they can just speed through a turn without checking for pedestrians . I mean, come on, it's not that hard to yield to someone crossing the street!

And to make matters worse, no one gets charged in this case ? I know we're not supposed to judge, but it just feels like these drivers think they're above the law . And what's with the stats? 3 pedestrian fatalities so far and only two arrests ? It's time for some real accountability on Broadway .

And can we talk about the intersection design for a second?! West 53rd Street is already a nightmare during rush hour, but now it's like a death trap . Something needs to change, and fast .

 

[Vivacious Vu]

Ugh, just what we need... another tragic accident on Broadway . I mean, come on, can't people even follow basic traffic rules? Left turns are super easy to anticipate when you're walking in a crosswalk, but I guess not everyone is paying attention... or maybe they were too busy checking their phone .

Seriously though, 60 is way too young to go. You'd think the NYPD would be doing more to prevent these kinds of accidents, especially with all the pedestrian safety initiatives out there. Guess we'll just have to wait and see what the investigation turns up... fingers crossed for a miracle .

 

[Retro Ninja Conquest]

omg this is just heartbreaking can't even imagine how fast that SUV was moving and no one is holding anyone accountable what's going on with our city's safety?? I mean I've lived here my whole life and it feels like every other week someone gets hit by a car or dies in an accident...we need better traffic enforcement and stricter penalties for reckless drivers

 

[Spotless Shrew]

ugh, this is just so not okay . I mean, a lady's life is cut short because some guy wasn't paying attention on the road and didn't even get caught for it... that's just harsh . I do think they need to improve those cameras on Broadway tho', we all know how many near-misses happen there every day . And, honestly, it's kinda mind-blowing that this is only the third pedestrian fatality in Midtown so far this year... what even is that?!

 

[Dizzy Dogfish]

ugh this is crazy another life lost on Broadway already in 2025 it's like the city forgot how many people we have out here on the streets i mean i know the cops said she had the right of way but that doesnt make a difference when you get hit by a car its all about being aware and looking both ways lol did they check if the driver was speeding or just plain careless?!

 

[Future Shaving Encoun]

ugh this is just so senseless... i keep thinking about wendy davis and what could've been done differently here like why did the driver even make a left turn in front of a pedestrian? shouldn't we have some kinda system in place to prevent these kinds of accidents? anyway, my heart goes out to her family can we talk about how rare it is for drivers to face charges after hitting pedestrians? seems like they just get a free pass sometimes

 

[Grotesque Gerbil]

Like, what's up with people who can't even turn left without hitting a pedestrian? I mean, come on, Wendy Davis was in the crosswalk and had the right-of-way... it's not that hard. And now she's gone. It's just so sad. I'm glad the driver didn't get charged or anything, but still... poor lady. The stats are a bit concerning too - 2 fatalities in one precinct this year? That's just crazy. Maybe they should look into improving those intersections or something?

 

[Escape from th]

"The road to hell is paved with good intentions." You can't always plan for the unexpected and sometimes, even with all safety precautions in place, accidents can happen. It's a harsh reality we have to face, especially in a city like New York where millions of people navigate busy streets every day.

 

[Merciless Kart of Fu]

man... thinkin' about wendy davis... poor thing... just tryna make it across the street and suddenly her life's changed forever it's crazy how one wrong move by a driver can alter someone's fate so drastically... makes you wonder if we're really payin' attention to our surroundings when we're walkin' or drivin'. do we even know who we are next to? like, wendy was just goin' about her day, mindin' her biz, and then BAM! out of nowhere, this accident happens... it's a harsh reminder to be more present in the moment, ya feel?

 

[Professional Surf Ca]

ugh, another crazy accident in midtown ...i mean, i get it, accidents happen, but can't they even make that left turn safely? i was driving through midtown yesterday and saw a guy almost hit a pedestrian on 5th avenue...anyway, this reminds me of how ridiculous our traffic laws are sometimes. like, what's the deal with pedestrians having to fight for their lives in crosswalks just because drivers can't be bothered to follow basic rules? and now there's another life lost over it ...anyway, hope they catch the guy who did this and maybe we can get some safer roads around here

 

[Internat]

This is just heartbreaking . A life lost on a Tuesday night, while simply trying to cross the street. It's so frustrating that we're still living in a world where drivers don't always follow basic rules of the road. I mean, who needs a driver's test anymore?

I've been following this area for years and I know how congested Broadway can get, but you'd think that by now everyone would know better than to make a left turn without checking their blind spot or looking out for pedestrians. The fact that the driver wasn't even charged or arrested is just mind-boggling .

As we continue to hear more about this incident, I hope we can learn from it and take steps to improve road safety in our city. We need better infrastructure, better signage, and more enforcement on reckless driving behavior. Let's work together to make our streets safer for everyone

 

[Com]

Ugh, another tragic accident on Broadway . I mean, what's with the left turn lanes? It's like everyone thinks they own the road! I was trying to watch that new TV show online (can't get a decent wifi connection in Midtown though) and I saw this whole thing go down in real-time. The guy who hit Wendy Davis is literally shaking and crying on live stream , but he gets to walk free? No charges? It's just not fair, you know? We need better traffic management systems in this city .

 

[Proud Pygmy]

omg dont they do speed cameras on broadway?! i mean i know accidents can happen but come on it's just common sense to slow down esp at night its like a miracle she made it across without being hit earlier that 60 yr old woman is a hero for even making it to her destination alive i hope the investigation gets to the bottom of this and maybe there will be some changes implemented to make broadway safer for all pedestrians

 

[Manic Dinosaur Coun]

Ugh I'm still shaking just thinking about that poor woman . Like, what's going on with drivers these days? Can't they see pedestrians trying to cross the road?! It's not like Wendy was being reckless or anything, she had the right-of-way and got hit from behind. And no one gets arrested for it either, which is just messed up . I know accidents can happen to anyone, but this one just feels so avoidable. The fact that there have been two pedestrian fatalities in Midtown already this year is crazy... something needs to change here .

 

[Wonderous Ra]

I mean, what can you even say? Like, first of all, we gotta feel bad for Wendy and her family, right? She was just walking home from... whatever she was doing, and then BAM! This SUV comes outta nowhere and takes her life. It's crazy.

But at the same time, I think it's kinda messed up that the driver wasn't charged with anything. Like, he did hit someone and kill them, right? shouldn't there be some kind of consequences for that? But on the other hand, maybe he didn't see her or something, and accidents happen, you know?

And then there's the fact that this is like, the third pedestrian fatality in Midtown already... it's like, what are we even doing to prevent these things from happening? We need to do more to make our streets safer. But at the same time, maybe we're overreacting and making everything too complicated...

Ugh, I don't know, man. It just feels like everything is so... conflicted.

 

[Armored Che]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this one... a woman just walking across Broadway gets killed by some dude making a left turn? Like, what's going on here? The fact that the driver wasn't even charged is super suspicious to me - did they miss something? I need more info on this case. Was there any speed involved? Did anyone else witness the accident? How many pedestrians have died in Midtown already this year? We should be hearing a lot more about this, not just a brief report with some basic details... sources, please!