Christmas Day Chaos in Herald Square: Taxi Crash Injures Six, Including Child

On Christmas Day, a taxi went out of control in Herald Square, injuring six pedestrians, including a young boy. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. at 34th Street and Sixth Avenue, a busy area near Macy's.

The Incident

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Three victims, including a 9-year-old boy who suffered a thigh injury, a 41-year-old woman with a head injury, and a 49-year-old woman with a leg injury, were hospitalized. Three other women (ages 49, 37, and 19) refused medical attention. The 58-year-old taxi driver reportedly suffered a medical episode and is undergoing evaluation at a hospital. No arrests have been made.

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Witness Account

A witness, Ryan Tucker, described the scene, recounting how the cab hit his wife and a young boy who was trapped under the vehicle. He and other bystanders helped free the boy and his mother, Australian tourists. The injured boy reportedly said it was the "worst holiday ever."

Aftermath

The taxi was traveling northbound on Sixth Avenue before veering onto the sidewalk. Police are investigating the incident.