Man Run Over by Police Vehicle Near the US Open in Queens

Near the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center during the US Open, a man lying on the road was struck by a police car moving at a slow speed, according to authorities.

The incident occurred on United Nations Avenue South in Queens, where the man was found lying on the pavement. A police car traveling approximately 10 miles per hour ran him over, police reports indicate.

NYPD officers at the scene of a pedestrian struck by a police car — The man was lying on the pavement in the middle of United Nations Avenue South.

According to the NYPD, the police vehicle was traveling at just 10 mph when the incident occurred. It is unknown whether the man was deceased prior to being hit by the car.

Crime scene with discarded medical supplies and police tape — The man was taken to New York Presbyterian Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. It remains unclear if he was alive before being struck.

He was transported to the hospital, but efforts to save him were unsuccessful. The NYPD confirmed that an investigation is underway, and additional details are not yet available.

Police investigating a crime scene — The NYPD indicated an investigation was ongoing into the circumstances of the incident.

This story is developing, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.