Aug 4 - A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a collision with a 2023 SUV. The crash occurred at 19:40 in Manhattan. The SUV hit the bike’s front center with its right front bumper. The bicyclist remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2023 SUV traveling north on Avenue of the Americas. The SUV driver was going straight ahead, while the bicyclist was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the knee and lower leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to lane changes. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651733 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 3 - Two sedans crashed head-to-tail on East 59th Street in Manhattan. Three passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Drivers were distracted. All injured were passengers, none ejected. Shock and pain marked the aftermath of the collision.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on East 59th Street collided, with one striking the center front end of the other’s center back end. The crash injured three passengers, all seated in the rear seats, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. None were ejected from their vehicles. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The injured passengers experienced shock and pain but no further details on their condition were provided. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651257 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 2 - Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.

Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.

• File S 7621, Open States, Published 2023-08-02

Aug 1 - A 29-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan on West 56 Street at Avenue of the Americas. She suffered abrasions to her elbow and lower arm. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing legally.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Avenue of the Americas struck a 29-year-old female pedestrian crossing West 56 Street with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm but remained conscious. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the left front quarter panel. There was no damage to the vehicle. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally at an intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651333 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 1 - A taxi slammed into five pedestrians and a bicyclist on Lexington Avenue. Victims suffered fractures and abrasions. Police cited illegal drug use by the driver. The street became a scene of chaos and pain.

According to the police report, a taxi struck five pedestrians and a bicyclist on Lexington Avenue near East 42nd Street. The injured included a 36-year-old woman and a 29-year-old woman, both crossing with the signal, who suffered fractures and dislocations. A 25-year-old female bicyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained abrasions. Three other pedestrians, including a 10-year-old boy and a 53-year-old man, were also hurt. The report lists illegal drug use as a contributing factor. Two taxis were stopped in traffic at the time. The report does not assign fault to the pedestrians or the cyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655161 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 31 - A 75-year-old man was hit while crossing a marked crosswalk at Park Avenue South. The SUV made a right turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Park Avenue South when a 2020 Chevrolet SUV made a right turn and struck him. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to the face and was conscious at the scene. The SUV showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling westbound. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 31 - A 41-year-old woman was struck by a box truck while crossing West 45 Street with the signal. The truck made a left turn and hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered a neck abrasion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on West 45 Street made a left turn and struck a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The impact occurred at the truck's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a neck abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified. No driver errors were explicitly noted in the data. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The pedestrian was not ejected and was crossing lawfully. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when following signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650496 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 31 - Manhattan lawmakers want electric cars to pay less under congestion pricing. They argue EVs cut smog, so drivers deserve a break. Critics warn this move keeps streets clogged. Fewer cars mean fewer crashes. The fight pits clean air against crowded roads.

On July 31, 2023, a group of Manhattan elected officials—including Assembly Members Alex Bores, Eddie Gibbs, Deborah Glick, Harvey Epstein, Rebecca Seawright; State Senators Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Kristen Gonzalez; and Borough President Mark Levine—sent a letter to the Traffic Mobility Review Board. They urged a congestion pricing discount for electric vehicles, claiming EVs 'do not contribute significantly to the smog and pollution of the Central Business District.' Assembly Member Bores led the effort, stating, 'when it comes to the environmental case, an electric vehicle is just a different profile than a gas-guzzling one.' The officials oppose credits for bridge and tunnel crossings. Congestion pricing advocates and environmental groups counter that EV discounts undermine the core goal: fewer cars, less traffic, safer streets. They note other cities are ending such breaks. The proposal highlights a tension—cleaner air versus safer, less crowded roads for all.

• Manhattan Elected Officials Urge Congestion Pricing Discount For Electric Cars, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-31

Jul 27 - A 27-year-old male bicyclist was injured after a collision with an SUV on Central Park South. The cyclist was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The SUV struck the bike’s right side doors, damaging its front end.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male bicyclist making a left turn was struck on the right side by a westbound SUV on Central Park South in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, impacted the bike with its center front end and sustained damage there. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not identify specific driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The collision caused shock and injury to the cyclist, who was the sole occupant of the bike.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649294 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 25 - A 45-year-old woman was struck while crossing West 28 Street in Manhattan. The pickup truck made a U-turn and hit her at the center front end. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was licensed.

According to the police report, a pickup truck traveling east on West 28 Street in Manhattan made a U-turn and struck a 45-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver, a licensed male from Connecticut, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pre-crash action as making a U-turn. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not assign fault to the pedestrian or mention any safety equipment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649200 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 24 - A 25-year-old man crossing West 58 Street with the signal was hit by a northbound moped. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm. The moped showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on West 58 Street struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated injury to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The moped had no visible damage after impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but was not at fault. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4650827 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 24 - A cyclist hit a woman in the crosswalk at West 19th and Sixth. She fell, bleeding from the head. The street pulsed with heat. She stayed conscious. The city moved on. The crash left her hurt and the intersection marked.

A woman was struck by a cyclist at the corner of West 19th Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman stepped into the crosswalk. The signal said wait. A bike came fast, struck her head. She bled on the pavement, conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury with severe bleeding but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No specific driver errors or helmet use are noted in the data. The impact occurred as the cyclist traveled north, hitting the pedestrian at the center front end of the bike. The crash highlights the dangers faced by pedestrians at busy intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648381 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 23 - A Nissan struck a 26-year-old male in-line skater at an intersection on East 29 Street. The skater suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg and foot. The vehicle's left front bumper was damaged. The skater was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a Nissan car collided with a 26-year-old male in-line skater at an intersection on East 29 Street. The skater sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and not ejected from the incident. The vehicle sustained damage to its left front bumper, which was the point of impact. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The skater's role was identified as a pedestrian-type vulnerable road user, but no helmet or safety equipment was noted. The report does not specify driver actions or violations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652345 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 22 - A woman on a bike struck a parked SUV. Her hip split open. Blood pooled on the street. The SUV’s doors caved in. She stayed awake. The vehicle never moved. Metal and flesh met hard. The city kept moving.

A 38-year-old woman riding a bike collided with a parked SUV on West 58th Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A woman on a bike hit a parked SUV. Her hip tore open. Blood pooled on the street. The SUV’s doors bent inward. She stayed conscious. The SUV never moved.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to her hip and upper leg. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time of impact. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649284 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 19 - An e-bike hit a 44-year-old woman crossing Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian was conscious and injured off intersection.

According to the police report, an e-bike traveling east on Avenue of the Americas struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and was not at an intersection when struck. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision with the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4653609 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 19 - A sedan and a tractor truck collided on 5 Avenue near West 46 Street. The sedan driver suffered a concussion and back injury. The crash involved improper turning. The truck showed no damage. The sedan's front bumper was damaged.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 5 Avenue in Manhattan involving a sedan and a tractor truck. The sedan driver, a 30-year-old man, was injured with a concussion and back injury. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The truck driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646912 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 18 - A cyclist rides west. A parked Ford pickup’s door swings open. The rider slams into steel. Helmet cracks. Arm torn. Blood pools on the street. Twenty-five years old. Still conscious. Flesh split deep. Manhattan pavement stains red.

A 25-year-old cyclist was riding west on West 35th Street near Eighth Avenue in Manhattan when a parked Ford pickup truck’s door opened into his path. The cyclist struck the door head-on. According to the police report, 'A cyclist rides west. A Ford pickup sits parked. Its door swings open. The rider hits hard. Helmet cracks. Arm torn open. Blood on concrete.' The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his arm and remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet, which cracked on impact. No injuries were reported to the occupants of the pickup truck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647609 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 17 - Two sedans crashed at West 43rd Street and Avenue of the Americas. Four men inside suffered neck and abdominal injuries. Both drivers and two passengers were conscious but hurt. The crash involved left front bumper impacts and traffic control disregard.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on West 43rd Street near Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The crash occurred at 3:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when they struck each other on their left front bumpers. Four male occupants, including both drivers and two passengers, sustained injuries such as whiplash and abdominal trauma. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the left front quarter panel and center front end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646709 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 15 - A sedan struck a bus on East 54 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver was changing lanes when the collision occurred. A 19-year-old front passenger suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Alcohol involvement was noted in the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on East 54 Street collided with a bus also heading north. The sedan driver was changing lanes when the impact occurred on the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the left front bumper of the bus. A 19-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining shoulder and upper arm injuries and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver error identified is the lane change maneuver that led to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646863 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 13 - A 39-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Avenue of the Americas. She was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a shoulder contusion and remained conscious. The driver showed inattention and failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Avenue of the Americas and West 24 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a Chevrolet SUV making a left turn struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained an upper arm shoulder contusion and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or victim actions were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646299 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19