Duck Boat Hits Pedestrian on North St in Boston, MA

Boston, MA (May 24, 2026) – A woman was injured on Friday afternoon, May 22, after a duck boat struck her near North St and Union St in Boston. Police said the crash happened around 2:50 p.m. near Faneuil Hall while the vehicle was turning onto North St.

The woman was evaluated at the roadway before being taken by Boston EMS to Massachusetts General Hospital. Her medical condition was not immediately released. Investigators said she was in a crosswalk when the duck boat made contact with her.

Passengers were on board the duck boat at the time and exited after police arrived. Investigators reported there was no visible damage to the vehicle.

Police continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the accident.

We are thinking of the woman involved as she receives medical care and recovery support.

What Information Can Help After a Pedestrian Crash in Boston, MA?

After a pedestrian crash in Boston, gathering clear information early can help people manage medical care, insurance questions, and recovery tracking. In busy areas near downtown streets and high-traffic corridors, details such as photographs, witness contact information, medical records, and notes about traffic conditions may later help explain how the roadway contact occurred. Keeping this information organized from the start can also make it easier to follow treatment progress and document expenses connected to the collision.

In the days after the roadway impact, some injuries may become more serious than they first appear. Pedestrians often experience head injuries, fractures, hip injuries, back pain, and soft tissue damage after being struck by a vehicle. Symptoms like dizziness, swelling, or numbness may gradually worsen after the initial evaluation, especially in situations involving turning vehicles or crosswalk-related contact. Because of this, doctors may recommend follow-up visits, imaging tests, or physical therapy to monitor recovery over time.

Along with medical care, many people also deal with questions about insurance paperwork and rising recovery-related costs. Medical bills, missed work, transportation expenses, and ongoing treatment can become difficult to manage without consistent records. A personal injury attorney may be able to help review insurance communications, organize documentation tied to the collision, and explain what options could be available depending on the circumstances. Legal guidance may also help identify additional supporting materials, such as witness statements or nearby surveillance footage, that could assist during a claim review.

Having clear and practical information can make the aftermath of a pedestrian collision feel more manageable. Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. can explain how pedestrian injury claims are commonly reviewed in Massachusetts and discuss what types of documentation may be helpful moving forward.

If you would like to talk about your situation and learn more about possible next steps, contact Attorney Christopher Fiorentino at (617) 990-2568.

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