‘Black Panther’ Actor Carrie Bernans Seriously Injured In Alleged Hit And Run In NYC

<p>LOADING ERROR LOADING “Black Panther” and “The Color Purple” actor Carrie Bernans was critically injured after being struck by a driver who was allegedly fleeing the scene of a hit and run in New York on New Year’s Day. The 29 year old actor and stunt performer sustained serious injuries after a driver crashed into an outdoor dining shed at the Chirp restaurant in Manhattan at around 1:30 a.m. Monday, her representative told People in a statement. Advertisement Bernans suffered multiple broken bones in the incident and is currently in stable condition. She was among eight pedestrians injured. Her son, whom she recently gave birth to, was not with her at the time of the crash. According to the NYPD via NBC New York , the accident took place during a foot chase after officers were informed about a physical assault involving a male driver, 44, and a female passenger, 34, in his black Mercedes. The driver, whose name has yet to be released, was hospitalized in critical condition and is in police custody, according to CBS News . On Monday, Bernans’ mom, Patricia Lee, opened up about the terrifying experience on Instagram , saying that her daughter is in “so much pain” and “can’t answer calls at this time.” Advertisement Carrie Bernans recently worked on 2023&#039;s movie musical, &quot;The Color Purple.&quot; Paul Archuleta via Getty Images “She was involved in a traumatic incident in NYC where a man, early 40s was trying to escape a hit and run and ran into multiple cars before hitting a food stand that her friend &amp; her were walking near,” Lee wrote alongside graphic images of Bernans’ injuries. “It ended up knocking her unconscious and [pinned] her under the stand. She was under it unaware of what was happening.” Lee added, “Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers as she navigates this path toward recovery and new beginnings,” before thanking “all the first responders, police, strangers, my friend Katherine, family &amp; friends who’s helped her.” A representative for Bernans didn’t immediately respond to HuffPost’s request for comment. Support HuffPost The Stakes Have Never Been Higher At HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact checked news that is freely accessible to everyone. Our News, Politics and Culture teams invest time and care working on hard hitting investigations and researched analyses, along with quick but robust daily takes. Our Life, Health and Shopping desks provide you with well researched, expert vetted information you need to live your best life, while HuffPost Personal, Voices and Opinion center real stories from real people. Help keep news free for everyone by giving us as little as $1. Your contribution will go a long way. At HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact checked news that is freely accessible to everyone. Help keep news free for everyone by giving us as little as $1. Your contribution will go a long way. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the very foundations of our democracy are at stake. A vibrant democracy is impossible without well informed citizens. This is why HuffPost&#039;s journalism is free for everyone, not just those who can afford expensive paywalls. We cannot do this without your help. Support our newsroom by contributing as little as $1 a month. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the very foundations of our democracy are at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a vibrant democracy is impossible without well informed citizens. This is why we keep our journalism free for everyone, even as most other newsrooms have retreated behind expensive paywalls. Our newsroom continues to bring you hard hitting investigations, well researched analysis and timely takes on one of the most consequential elections in recent history. Reporting on the current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly — and we need your help. Support our newsroom by contributing as little as $1 a month. Support HuffPost Related black panther the color purple Carrie Bernans Chadwick Boseman To Be Honored With Posthumous Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star Taraji P. Henson Breaks Down In Tears As She Confirms She&#039;s Considered Quitting Acting Lupita Nyong&#039;o Shares &#039;Heartbreak&#039; After Relationship Ends Due To &#039;Deception&#039; LEAVE A COMMENT Jazmin Tolliver Trends Reporter, HuffPost Suggest a correction Do you have info to share with HuffPost reporters? Here’s how. Go to Homepage Popular in the Community FROM OUR PARTNER</p>