58-Year-Old Woman Fatally Struck by Her Own Vehicle in Spring Valley

Yisroel R.

A 58-year-old woman tragically lost her life after being struck by her own vehicle in Spring Valley on Friday afternoon, October 16, after accidentally leaving the vehicle in reverse.

The incident occurred at approximately 5:22 p.m. at 175 North Main Street, where Spring Valley Police responded to reports of a motor vehicle accident with injuries.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with a witness who reported seeing the woman struck by her own vehicle. Officers located the victim unresponsive and immediately began life-saving measures.

The woman was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital for further treatment, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries.

An investigation by Spring Valley Police determined that the woman had exited her vehicle while it was inadvertently left in reverse. As she attempted to get back into the vehicle, she was struck, suffering fatal injuries.