A scooter driver, traveling north on 3rd Avenue, was hit by a red Honda Accord traveling west on 53rd Street Wednesday afternoon.
The scooter driver was taken to a local hospital where they were pronounced dead. Police say they were not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
The 36-year-old driver of the Accord was taken into custody. According to police, the driver was driving with a suspended license.
Neither the driver nor the victim have been identified.
Third Avenue at 53rd Street is shut down as the investigation continues.
A gun was also found at the scene.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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