About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 25
▸ Crush Injuries 19
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 38
▸ Severe Lacerations 27
▸ Concussion 40
▸ Whiplash 102
▸ Contusion/Bruise 438
▸ Abrasion 239
▸ Pain/Nausea 79
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Left Turn on Broadway. Another Body on the Ground.
AD 75: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
Early afternoon on Aug 20, 2025, at 1681 Broadway, the driver of a 2019 Ford SUV turned left and hit a woman in the crosswalk; police recorded failure to yield by the driver. She was unconscious and bleeding heavily. NYC Open Data
“A lot of them with musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain,” an FDNY chief said after the Port Authority bus crash nearby. ABC7
Midtown tally, not mercy
Since 2022, 25 people have been killed on these streets. Another 3,811 were hurt; 94 were seriously injured. NYC Open Data
In the last 12 months, 4 people were killed here. Year to date, deaths stand at 4, down from 6 at this point last year. The bodies still come. NYC Open Data
Nights are the dead hour. The 10 PM slot holds 7 deaths. NYC Open Data
Corners that chew people up
Avenue of the Americas and 8th Avenue stand out as hotspots for death and injury. West 42nd Street and 7th Avenue aren’t far behind. NYC Open Data
Police records point to driver actions we know: failure to yield, inattention, running the light. Each one has a body count here. NYC Open Data
For people on foot, SUVs and cars do most of the harm: 812 pedestrian injuries tied to them, including 7 deaths. Trucks and buses add 124 more. Bikes account for 194. NYC Open Data
The law has their names on it
Assembly Member Tony Simone has backed bills that would make this district safer. He co‑sponsored A 2299, to require speed limiters for repeat offenders. He also co‑sponsored A 7997, to crack down on covered plates and extend camera enforcement, and A 5440, to hold vehicle owners liable. He voted yes on S 8344, extending school speed zone protections. A 2299 A 7997 A 5440 S 8344
Council Member Erik Bottcher and State Senator Liz Krueger represent these blocks too. The tools are known: daylight corners, give pedestrians a head start, harden left turns at the bad corners above, slow the night streets where the deaths pile up. The city can also lower the speed limit and rein in the worst repeat drivers. /take_action/
What must happen now
- Lower the default speed limit using Sammy’s Law. /take_action/
- Pass and enforce speed limiters for habitual speeders (A 2299). A 2299
- Target the hotspots named above at night with hardening and enforcement. NYC Open Data
The woman at 1681 Broadway fell without a word. The fix is on paper. Put it on the street.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4836467 (and district rollups) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
- File A 5440, Open States, Published 2025-02-14
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port, ABC7, Published 2025-07-24
Fix the Problem
Assembly Member Tony Simone
District 75
Other Representatives
Council Member Erik D. Bottcher
District 3
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ Other Geographies
AD 75 Assembly District 75 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 14, District 3, SD 28.
It contains Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Hell's Kitchen, Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Midtown-Times Square, Manhattan CB4, Manhattan CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 75
19
Tow Truck Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg on West 39th▸Sep 19 - A Ford tow truck rolled west on West 39th. The unlicensed driver did not see the woman. Steel crushed her leg. She stayed awake. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark. She will never walk the same.
A Ford tow truck struck a 39-year-old woman on West 39th Street near 10th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the unlicensed driver did not see her. The truck’s undercarriage crushed her leg, causing severe injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The truck sustained no damage. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian conscious but badly hurt.
15
Scooter Runs Red, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Sep 15 - A scooter blasted through the red at West 39th and 9th. The old man crossed with the light. Steel smashed his head. Blood pooled. He lay still, unconscious. The scooter kept going. The city swallowed another life.
A 71-year-old man was struck by a scooter at the corner of West 39th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the scooter 'ran the red.' The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the scooter hit him, causing a severe head injury and leaving him unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The scooter did not stop after the crash. The man suffered severe bleeding and lay motionless at the scene. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield to those on foot.
8
E-Scooter Driver Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Sep 8 - An e-scooter slammed into a woman crossing 11th Avenue at West 15th Street. She fell. Her face was crushed. The driver failed to yield. He did not see her. Both were hurt. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A man riding an e-scooter struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed 11th Avenue in the marked crosswalk at West 15th Street. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The woman suffered severe crush injuries to her face but remained conscious. The e-scooter driver, age 29, was ejected and sustained a bruised upper arm. Both were listed as injured. The report highlights 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signal violation appears in the data. The crash underscores the persistent risk faced by people on foot at city intersections.
11
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian in Chelsea Crosswalk▸Aug 11 - A man crossed 8th Avenue with the light. A bike hit him head-on. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the evening sky. The cyclist failed to yield. The crosswalk became a crime scene.
A 44-year-old man was killed at the corner of 8th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal when a northbound cyclist struck him head-on. The impact threw him to the pavement, causing fatal head injuries and internal bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist did not yield to the pedestrian, who was crossing legally. The crash left the victim unconscious and dying in the intersection. No other injuries were reported.
29
Speeding E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 9th Avenue▸Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Sep 19 - A Ford tow truck rolled west on West 39th. The unlicensed driver did not see the woman. Steel crushed her leg. She stayed awake. The truck showed no damage. The street bore the mark. She will never walk the same.
A Ford tow truck struck a 39-year-old woman on West 39th Street near 10th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the unlicensed driver did not see her. The truck’s undercarriage crushed her leg, causing severe injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The truck sustained no damage. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian conscious but badly hurt.
15
Scooter Runs Red, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Sep 15 - A scooter blasted through the red at West 39th and 9th. The old man crossed with the light. Steel smashed his head. Blood pooled. He lay still, unconscious. The scooter kept going. The city swallowed another life.
A 71-year-old man was struck by a scooter at the corner of West 39th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the scooter 'ran the red.' The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the scooter hit him, causing a severe head injury and leaving him unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The scooter did not stop after the crash. The man suffered severe bleeding and lay motionless at the scene. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield to those on foot.
8
E-Scooter Driver Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Sep 8 - An e-scooter slammed into a woman crossing 11th Avenue at West 15th Street. She fell. Her face was crushed. The driver failed to yield. He did not see her. Both were hurt. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A man riding an e-scooter struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed 11th Avenue in the marked crosswalk at West 15th Street. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The woman suffered severe crush injuries to her face but remained conscious. The e-scooter driver, age 29, was ejected and sustained a bruised upper arm. Both were listed as injured. The report highlights 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signal violation appears in the data. The crash underscores the persistent risk faced by people on foot at city intersections.
11
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian in Chelsea Crosswalk▸Aug 11 - A man crossed 8th Avenue with the light. A bike hit him head-on. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the evening sky. The cyclist failed to yield. The crosswalk became a crime scene.
A 44-year-old man was killed at the corner of 8th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal when a northbound cyclist struck him head-on. The impact threw him to the pavement, causing fatal head injuries and internal bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist did not yield to the pedestrian, who was crossing legally. The crash left the victim unconscious and dying in the intersection. No other injuries were reported.
29
Speeding E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 9th Avenue▸Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
17
Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
-
DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Sep 15 - A scooter blasted through the red at West 39th and 9th. The old man crossed with the light. Steel smashed his head. Blood pooled. He lay still, unconscious. The scooter kept going. The city swallowed another life.
A 71-year-old man was struck by a scooter at the corner of West 39th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the scooter 'ran the red.' The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the scooter hit him, causing a severe head injury and leaving him unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The scooter did not stop after the crash. The man suffered severe bleeding and lay motionless at the scene. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield to those on foot.
8
E-Scooter Driver Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Sep 8 - An e-scooter slammed into a woman crossing 11th Avenue at West 15th Street. She fell. Her face was crushed. The driver failed to yield. He did not see her. Both were hurt. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A man riding an e-scooter struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed 11th Avenue in the marked crosswalk at West 15th Street. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The woman suffered severe crush injuries to her face but remained conscious. The e-scooter driver, age 29, was ejected and sustained a bruised upper arm. Both were listed as injured. The report highlights 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signal violation appears in the data. The crash underscores the persistent risk faced by people on foot at city intersections.
11
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian in Chelsea Crosswalk▸Aug 11 - A man crossed 8th Avenue with the light. A bike hit him head-on. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the evening sky. The cyclist failed to yield. The crosswalk became a crime scene.
A 44-year-old man was killed at the corner of 8th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal when a northbound cyclist struck him head-on. The impact threw him to the pavement, causing fatal head injuries and internal bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist did not yield to the pedestrian, who was crossing legally. The crash left the victim unconscious and dying in the intersection. No other injuries were reported.
29
Speeding E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 9th Avenue▸Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
17
Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Sep 8 - An e-scooter slammed into a woman crossing 11th Avenue at West 15th Street. She fell. Her face was crushed. The driver failed to yield. He did not see her. Both were hurt. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.
A man riding an e-scooter struck a 24-year-old woman as she crossed 11th Avenue in the marked crosswalk at West 15th Street. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The woman suffered severe crush injuries to her face but remained conscious. The e-scooter driver, age 29, was ejected and sustained a bruised upper arm. Both were listed as injured. The report highlights 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signal violation appears in the data. The crash underscores the persistent risk faced by people on foot at city intersections.
11
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian in Chelsea Crosswalk▸Aug 11 - A man crossed 8th Avenue with the light. A bike hit him head-on. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the evening sky. The cyclist failed to yield. The crosswalk became a crime scene.
A 44-year-old man was killed at the corner of 8th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal when a northbound cyclist struck him head-on. The impact threw him to the pavement, causing fatal head injuries and internal bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist did not yield to the pedestrian, who was crossing legally. The crash left the victim unconscious and dying in the intersection. No other injuries were reported.
29
Speeding E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 9th Avenue▸Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
17
Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Aug 11 - A man crossed 8th Avenue with the light. A bike hit him head-on. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the evening sky. The cyclist failed to yield. The crosswalk became a crime scene.
A 44-year-old man was killed at the corner of 8th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal when a northbound cyclist struck him head-on. The impact threw him to the pavement, causing fatal head injuries and internal bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist did not yield to the pedestrian, who was crossing legally. The crash left the victim unconscious and dying in the intersection. No other injuries were reported.
29
Speeding E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 9th Avenue▸Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
17
Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Jun 29 - A 69-year-old woman crossed with the light. A speeding e-scooter hit her. Blood pooled on the street. She lay semiconscious, head injured. The scooter’s front end was crushed. The signal kept blinking. The city’s danger was plain.
A 69-year-old woman was struck by an e-scooter at the corner of 9th Avenue and 29th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a 36-year-old man, driving south on an e-scooter, hit her at unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. The woman suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, left semiconscious on the pavement. The e-scooter’s front end was crushed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver was ejected from the scooter. No mention of helmet use as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the lethal risk faced by pedestrians in the city’s crosswalks.
20
SUV Ignores Light, Kills Pedestrian on Sidewalk▸Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Jun 20 - An SUV turned left on West 29th, ran the light, and mounted the sidewalk. It struck two women. One died, crushed. The other lost her leg. A cyclist was hurt. The street was left broken, bloodied, and still.
An SUV turned left near West 29th Street and Broadway, ignoring a traffic signal. According to the police report, the vehicle struck two women on the sidewalk. One pedestrian, age 48, was killed by crush injuries. Another, age 32, was rendered unconscious and suffered an amputation. A 50-year-old cyclist was also injured with a fractured arm. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver, age 60, was injured. The crash left the sidewalk and street scarred, with a broken bicycle beside the victims. No other contributing factors were listed.
17
Simone Supports Safer Streets Fewer Cars Better Transit▸Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
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DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Jun 17 - StreetsPAC backs challengers and some incumbents in the 2022 Assembly primaries. The group slams officials who ignore street safety. They praise candidates who push for bike lanes, better buses, and less car dominance. Endorsements target real change for vulnerable road users.
""He believes fewer cars, better transit, and more people on bikes are key to a more livable city. He supports ... taking steps to speed up buses."" -- Tony Simone
On June 17, 2022, StreetsPAC, a political action committee for safer streets, released endorsements for the 2022 New York State Assembly primary season. The guide, titled 'DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season,' highlights support for expanding bike lanes, improving bus service, and reducing car culture. StreetsPAC criticizes incumbents who fail on street safety and uplifts new candidates who promise safer streets and better transit. Endorsed candidates include Juan Ardilla, Grace Lee, Tony Simone, Anthony Andrews, and Ryder Kessler, all praised for prioritizing vulnerable road users. StreetsPAC calls for reforms like protected bike lanes, dedicated busways, and DMV accountability. Their endorsements aim to shift city policy toward pedestrian and cyclist safety, away from car-centric streets.
- DECISION 2022: The StreetsPAC Guide to the Assembly Primary Season, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-17
13
SUV Strikes Teen Crossing West 58th Street▸Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Jun 13 - A Toyota SUV hit a 16-year-old girl midblock on West 58th Street. She fell hard. Blood pooled from her head. The right front of the SUV crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk. No driver errors listed.
A 16-year-old girl was struck by a Toyota SUV while crossing West 58th Street near 8th Avenue, far from any crosswalk. According to the police report, 'A Toyota SUV struck a 16-year-old girl crossing midblock. She fell hard, bleeding from the head. The right front crumpled. She lay conscious on the asphalt, far from any crosswalk.' The girl suffered a head injury and severe bleeding but remained conscious. The driver, a 40-year-old man, and a 29-year-old female passenger were not reported injured. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
5
Distracted SUV Driver Crushes Woman’s Leg▸May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
9
Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
16
Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
May 5 - A GMC SUV struck a woman working on West 25th Street. The driver was distracted. Her leg was crushed. She stayed conscious. The SUV showed no damage. The street bore witness. The system failed to protect her.
A woman working in the roadway on West 25th Street in Manhattan was struck by a GMC SUV. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and distracted. The impact crushed the woman’s leg, leaving her conscious but injured. The SUV, driven by a licensed man, showed no damage. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not at an intersection when hit. The data does not mention any helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by people working in city streets.
30
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Slamming Parked Car▸Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
29
Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
26
Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
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Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Apr 30 - An 18-year-old on an e-bike struck a parked car on West 31st Street. He flew from his seat, tore his leg, and hit the pavement. Blood pooled. He was conscious, alone, and hurt. The city moved on. The streetlights flickered.
An 18-year-old e-bike rider crashed into a parked car on West 31st Street in Manhattan. He was ejected from the bike, suffering severe lacerations to his hip and upper leg. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The rider was conscious but bleeding on the street. A 26-year-old passenger in the parked car was not reported injured. The report does not list any driver errors or helmet use as contributing factors. The crash left the rider alone and hurt while traffic continued around him.
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Taxi Rear-Ends SUVs, Driver Suffers Broken Back▸Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
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Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
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Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Mar 29 - A taxi slammed into two SUVs on West 40th Street. Steel twisted. A 45-year-old man behind the wheel took the worst of it. His back broke. He stayed awake. Pain sharp as glass. The crash left metal and bodies battered.
On West 40th Street in Manhattan, a taxi crashed into two SUVs. According to the police report, 'A taxi slammed into two SUVs, crushing steel and spine. A 45-year-old man sat belted behind the wheel. His back broke under the force. He stayed conscious. He felt everything.' The 45-year-old taxi driver suffered severe back injuries. Other occupants, including drivers and passengers in the SUVs, were listed with unspecified injuries. The police report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors led to the violent chain reaction. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash left one man broken and several others shaken.
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Cyclist Ejected, Face Torn in Midtown Crash▸Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
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Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Mar 26 - A man on a bike struck head-on at West 38th and 8th. He flew from the saddle. His face ripped open. Blood pooled. The other vehicle stood untouched. Failure to yield cut him down. Silence followed, broken only by sirens.
A 28-year-old man riding a bike was struck head-on at the corner of West 38th Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was ejected from his bike and landed unconscious on the pavement with severe facial lacerations. The report states, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The other vehicle involved showed no damage. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the primary factor listed is driver failure to yield. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist. The crash left blood on the street and a man fighting for life.
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Sedan Cuts Lanes, Driver Burned on 11th Avenue▸Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Mar 9 - A Toyota sedan sliced across lanes on 11th Avenue. Metal shrieked. The driver, 36, took a burn to the eye. Blood ran. Smoke rose from the wreck. He stayed awake. The city moved on.
A Toyota sedan crashed near 11th Avenue and West 22nd Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered a severe burn and eye injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The report states, 'A Toyota sedan cut lanes. Metal screamed. The driver, 36, sat burned and bleeding from the eye.' No other injuries were specified. The data lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the driver conscious but hurt, as smoke curled from the crumpled front of the car.
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Broken Pavement▸Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.
Jan 16 - A 66-year-old man rode south on West 37th. His bike hit broken pavement. He flew off, struck his head, and died on the street. Blood marked the spot. The nearby taxi never touched him. The city’s streets claimed another life.
A 66-year-old cyclist was killed on West 37th Street near 11th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man hit broken pavement, was ejected from his bike, and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'The nearby taxi never touched him. He died where he fell.' The only contributing factor listed is 'Pavement Defective.' No driver errors or vehicle contact were reported. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, which is noted after the primary cause. This crash highlights the lethal danger of neglected street conditions for vulnerable road users.