Man struck, killed by MTA bus after tripping, falling onto East Village street

45-year-old struck and killed by MTA bus

A 45-year-old man was struck and killed by an MTA bus that took off from the scene before police arrived on Friday in the East Village.

NEW YORK - A man was hit by an MTA bus after tripping and falling into the street on Friday in the East Village.

According to police, 45-year-old Shawn Gooding tripped and fell near the intersection of Avenue D and East 10th Street when a bus made a right turn and hit him.

After the collision, the MTA bus allegedly took off without acknowledging the scene. On Sunday, the MTA president issued a statement saying the driver likely didn’t realize what happened, the New York Post reported.

"There is no indication that the bus operator was aware of any impact," agency head Richard Davey said. "Nevertheless, this was a tragic incident, regardless of the circumstances, and our hearts go out to the victim’s family and friends at this terrible moment."

Police said the bus had a green light when making the turn but took off southbound on East 10th Street.

No arrests have been made at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing.