Truck mows down cyclists, pedestrians in New York City

The United States has yet again been confronted by what authorities are calling a suspected terrorist attack. Image: Investigators on the scene of the truck attack in New York City (AAP)

Investigators on the scene of the truck attack in New York City Source: AAP

A typical autumn day in New York turned deadly when a truck rammed into cars, then mowed people down on a bicycle path.

At least eight people have died and 11 are seriously injured. No Australians are believed to have been involved.