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 19
▸ Crush Injuries 11
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 19
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 17
▸ Whiplash 84
▸ Contusion/Bruise 219
▸ Abrasion 171
▸ Pain/Nausea 52
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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Houston and A: a cyclist down, a pattern unbroken
Manhattan CB3: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 4, 2025
On Oct 25, at E Houston and Avenue A, a taxi driver hit a 70‑year‑old woman on a bike. Police recorded driver distraction. She was injured. Source.
This Month
- Oct 25: A taxi and a person on a bike collided at E Houston and Avenue A; the cyclist was hurt, and police listed driver distraction. Record.
- Oct 24: A driver in a Mercedes SUV hit a person on a bike near E 8th Street; the cyclist was hurt. Record.
The toll in this district
Since 2022, 19 people have been killed and 2,723 injured in crashes in Manhattan CB3. Data.
People walking bear the brunt: 15 killed and 584 injured. People on bikes: 636 injured. Data.
Trucks and buses have been especially deadly here, tied to 7 of the 19 deaths. Cars and SUVs account for 6. Data.
The danger spikes at night. Four deaths came around 8 PM. Late hours pile up the injuries. Data.
Where the street bleeds
FDR Drive leads this district in harm, with 4 deaths and 261 injuries. Delancey Street logs 1 death and 155 injuries. Allen Street shows 1 death and 41 injuries. Data.
At Canal and Allen, police recorded a right‑turning bus driver failing to yield, killing an 88‑year‑old woman in the crosswalk on Sep 8, 2023. Crash record.
On July 4, 2024, a pickup driver drove into a July 4 crowd at Water and Jackson, killing four. A judge later found him guilty on top counts. “Daniel Hyden was found guilty on four counts of second‑degree murder,” ABC7 reported. Crash record.
What officials have — and have not — done
Night streets hurt people here. Police cite distraction in many cases. Alcohol shows up in the records too. Data.
There are tools on the table:
- State bill S 4045 would require intelligent speed limiters for repeat speeders. State Sen. Brian Kavanagh voted yes in committee in June 2025. Record.
- Assembly bill A 2299 is the companion. Assembly Member Harvey Epstein is a co‑sponsor. Record.
- At City Hall, Council Member Carlina Rivera is the prime sponsor of a bill to build 5,000 secure bike‑parking stations over five years. Int. 1375‑2025.
- Council Members Christopher Marte and Rivera also co‑sponsor a bill to ban parking near crosswalks. Int. 1138‑2024.
Here, the map points to clear fixes: daylight the corners on Delancey and Allen; harden turns on Avenue D; tighten truck routes and enforcement along FDR and Water; target night hours when deaths cluster. The city and state have the data. They have the bills.
Use the power you have
Four people died in a park on the Lower East Side. A woman went down on Houston and A. The record is public.
Pass the speed‑limiter bills. Build the bike parking. Daylight the corners. Slow the turns. If you want it to stop, act. Start here.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
- Man who drove drunk into LES crowd on July 4 found guilty of 4 counts of 2nd degree murder, ABC7, Published 2025-11-03
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- NYC Council Legistar – Int. 1375-2025 and Int. 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-09-10
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Grace Lee
District 65
Council Member Christopher Marte
District 1
State Senator Brian Kavanagh
District 27
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB3 Manhattan Community Board 3 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 7, District 1, AD 65, SD 27.
It contains Chinatown-Two Bridges, Lower East Side, East Village.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 3
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 3rd▸May 12 - A 65-year-old man crossing E 3rd Street with the signal was hit. He suffered leg abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt at the intersection.
A 65-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing E 3rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling south struck him, causing abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No driver errors were specified in the data.
10
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Columbia▸May 10 - A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
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Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸May 10 - Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
8
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
8
SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
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Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
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Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
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Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
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SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-13
12
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on E 3rd▸May 12 - A 65-year-old man crossing E 3rd Street with the signal was hit. He suffered leg abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt at the intersection.
A 65-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing E 3rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling south struck him, causing abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No driver errors were specified in the data.
10
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Columbia▸May 10 - A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
10
Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸May 10 - Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
8
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
8
SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
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Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
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SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 12 - A 65-year-old man crossing E 3rd Street with the signal was hit. He suffered leg abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt at the intersection.
A 65-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing E 3rd Street at 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, he was crossing with the signal when a vehicle traveling south struck him, causing abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No driver errors were specified in the data.
10
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Columbia▸May 10 - A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
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Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸May 10 - Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
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SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 10 - A sedan struck an e-scooter on Columbia Street. The scooter rider took the hit in the abdomen. Police cite driver inattention. Three car occupants unhurt. The street stays dangerous.
A sedan making a left turn collided with an e-scooter on Columbia Street at Stanton. The 50-year-old e-scooter rider suffered an abdominal injury. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. Three people in the sedan, including the driver and two passengers, were not injured. The e-scooter rider was the only person hurt in the crash. The report lists no errors for the scooter rider. The crash highlights the risk for vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention.
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Improper Turn, Red Light Crash Injures Two▸May 10 - Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
8
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
8
SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 10 - Sedan struck SUV at E Houston and Avenue D. Driver ran traffic control, turned wrong. Two rear passengers suffered head injuries. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan collided with an SUV at E Houston Street and Avenue D in Manhattan. Two rear passengers, a 43-year-old man and woman, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control and turned improperly. These driver errors—'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly'—led to the crash. The impact hit the SUV’s right side and the sedan’s front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Passengers wore lap belts. The crash left two hurt and exposed the danger of ignoring signals.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
8
SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 8 - SUV hit a 25-year-old man in the intersection. He crossed with the signal. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian suffered hip and leg abrasions. Distraction and inattention led to the crash.
A station wagon SUV struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of E 7 St and Cooper Sq in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the SUV, making a left turn, hit him. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered abrasions to his hip and upper leg. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact was to the center front end of the SUV. No driver injuries were reported.
8
SUVs Collide on Manhattan Bridge, Two Hurt▸May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 8 - Two SUVs crashed on the Manhattan Bridge Lower. Driver distraction led to impact. Two men injured. Metal twisted. Sirens echoed. Pain and shock followed in the night.
Two station wagons collided on the Manhattan Bridge Lower level. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Two men, ages 38 and 75, suffered injuries. The 38-year-old driver reported arm pain and shock. The 75-year-old, riding outside a vehicle, was semiconscious with fractures and dislocations. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Outside Car Distraction' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed in the report.
8
Box Truck Backs Into Pedestrian on Madison▸May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 8 - A box truck reversed on Madison Street. It struck a 34-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk. The man suffered arm abrasions. The truck showed no damage.
A box truck, backing southwest on Madison Street, hit a 34-year-old pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage. No driver errors were recorded in the data.
7
Cyclist Injured on Defective Pavement at 1st Ave▸May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 7 - A cyclist struck defective pavement on 1st Ave. He crashed, hit his head, and suffered abrasions. Police cite pavement defects and distraction. The street failed him.
A 30-year-old man riding east on 1st Ave in Manhattan was injured when his bike struck defective pavement. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other vehicles were involved. The crash highlights the danger of poor street conditions for vulnerable road users.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
6
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 6 - SUV hit a woman crossing Astor Place. She walked with the signal. Her arm took the blow. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed sharp.
A 34-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Astor Place at E 8th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her arm and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted.
6S 4804
Kavanagh votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
5
Chain Collision Injures Drivers on Manhattan Bridge▸May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 5 - Four vehicles jammed up on Manhattan Bridge. Two drivers suffered neck injuries. Metal crumpled. Traffic stopped. No clear cause. The city’s danger, laid bare in steel and pain.
A crash involving four vehicles—three SUVs and a sedan—occurred on the Manhattan Bridge upper roadway. According to the police report, two drivers, a 33-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Several other occupants, including a passenger and a child, were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Multiple vehicles were stopped in traffic when the collision happened. No driver errors were identified in the data. The incident highlights the risk and violence of multi-car pileups on city bridges.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
- Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-04
3
Improper Lane Change Injures Taxi Passenger▸May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 3 - Taxi and sedan collided on FDR Drive. Improper lane use sent two men and a woman to the hospital. Passenger suffered neck and internal injuries. Crash cut through the morning calm.
A taxi and a sedan crashed on FDR Drive in Manhattan. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old female passenger in the taxi suffered neck and internal injuries. Two men, ages 42, were also injured. Both vehicles were traveling north and going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists improper lane usage as the primary contributing factor. No other causes are cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
- E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
2
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian on Avenue D▸May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 2 - SUV hit a man on Avenue D. He was not in the roadway. The driver failed to yield. The man suffered a back bruise. The street stayed loud. The system failed him.
A 43-year-old man walking near Avenue D in Manhattan was struck by an SUV making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not in the roadway when hit. He suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when not in the street.
2
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclist on Bowery at Grand▸May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 2 - A sedan hit a 17-year-old cyclist on Bowery at Grand. The teen suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan traveling north on Bowery collided with a 17-year-old cyclist heading east at Grand Street. The cyclist, a teenage girl, was injured in her knee and lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver of the sedan was a 68-year-old man. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers lose focus, as documented in the official report.
1
SUV And Limo Crash On Bowery Injures Two Drivers▸May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 1 - SUV and limo collided on Bowery at Canal. Two drivers hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass, pain and blood. The city’s danger, again laid bare.
Two vehicles, a station wagon SUV and a limo, collided at Bowery and Canal Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered head wounds with minor bleeding, the other reported chest pain and nausea. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vehicle occupants when drivers lose focus.
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
- Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash, amny, Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Marte votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01