Buffalo, NY (September 17, 2025) – Emergency crews responded to a hit-and-run accident Tuesday morning at the intersection of Miller Ave and Sycamore St in Buffalo’s East Side. The two-vehicle crash occurred shortly after 11:45 a.m. and resulted in at least one injury, according to reports from Buffalo Police, Fire, and EMS.
One individual at the scene reported back pain and was treated by EMS. Additional medical assistance was dispatched, including Ladder 14 and Engine 31, to evaluate the injured party and provide emergency care. Details about the suspect vehicle or the extent of injuries have not yet been released.
The driver responsible for the crash fled the scene before police arrived. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and working to identify the fleeing party. Witnesses or anyone with surveillance footage in the Miller and Sycamore area are urged to contact Buffalo Police.
The crash led to temporary delays in the surrounding neighborhood while responders provided medical assistance and began cleanup efforts.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual, and we hope for a full and quick recovery.
Hit-and-Run Accidents in Buffalo’s East Side
Hit-and-run collisions are especially dangerous because they delay critical medical assistance and leave victims without immediate support or accountability. In neighborhoods like Buffalo’s East Side, where streets like Miller Ave and Sycamore St carry steady residential and commuter traffic, these incidents pose a serious public safety concern.
When a driver flees the scene of a crash, victims not only suffer physical injuries—such as the reported back pain in Tuesday’s case—but may also face emotional distress and uncertainty about how to recover damages or access care. Emergency response from Buffalo Fire and EMS can make a vital difference in those first moments, but justice often hinges on community cooperation and surveillance.
Two-vehicle hit-and-run accidents frequently involve distraction, speeding, or fear of legal consequences on the part of the at-fault driver. Regardless of motive, leaving the scene of an injury crash is a criminal offense and a direct violation of public trust.
Buffalo authorities continue to prioritize investigations into these incidents, but help from witnesses remains key.
If you were injured in a hit-and-run or have information that could help identify the suspect, don’t wait—contact local authorities immediately.
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