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 10
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Severe Bleeding 13
▸ Severe Lacerations 12
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 82
▸ Contusion/Bruise 160
▸ Abrasion 149
▸ Pain/Nausea 29
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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Manhattan CB6: Speed, steel, and the bodies left behind
Manhattan CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
Since 2022, Manhattan CB6 has seen 7 deaths in the dataset below: 3 pedestrians, 3 cyclists, 1 occupant, plus a corridor of injuries that does not stop (NYC Open Data). A bus killed a 49‑year‑old man at 3rd Ave and E 28th just after dawn on June 16, 2025 (crash record). An SUV struck and killed an 81‑year‑old woman on E 59th in 2024; the driver was unlicensed (crash record). A 65‑year‑old cyclist died at 2nd Ave and E 15th in July 2025. The SUV went straight. The bike changed lanes. The bike rider died (crash record).
The FDR takes bodies. First, Second, and Third take blood. Top trouble spots in this board include 1 Avenue and 2 Avenue. The FDR corridor is a steady churn of crashes (small‑area analysis).
Night falls. Sirens rise.
Injury peaks hit late afternoon into evening, then again at 6–9 p.m. Deaths appear at midnight, 3 a.m., 5 a.m., and around the evening rush. The map does not sleep (hourly distribution).
Trucks and buses are a small share but cut deep. Pedestrians were injured by trucks and buses dozens of times; one bus strike was fatal here. SUVs and sedans do the daily work of harm (local roll‑up).
Three corners. One fix.
- First Avenue. Second Avenue. Third Avenue. Protected space and hardened turns would slow the hit. Daylighting the corners would clear the view. On truck routes, tighten lanes and set off‑set stop bars. Focus enforcement on repeat hotspots and heavy vehicles. These are direct answers to the board’s leading factors: distraction, failure to yield, and the rest of the endless “other” that hides speed and carelessness in a box (small‑area factors).
Officials know what works — do they?
City Hall will redesign 14th Street next year. The plan “aims to improve the pedestrian experience.” It draws $2 million from the city and $1 million from two BIDs (NY1). Curb policy is shifting too; DOT rolled out paid app parking on the Upper West Side overnight, citing “increasing demand for curb space.” Notice was thin (West Side Spirit).
After two people were killed by a driver going more than 100 mph at Canal and Bowery, DOT said it is adding barriers and narrowing lanes there. “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” the commissioner said (Gothamist; NY1).
Stop the repeat killers.
- Lawmakers moved a bill to force speed limiters on cars driven by people with a record of violations. Senators voted “yes” in committee; sponsors lined up in June 2025 (S 4045). The target is the small share of drivers who do outsized harm. The pattern is citywide. The wreckage is local.
What the numbers say here.
In the past 12 months, CB6 recorded 1,217 crashes, 738 injuries, and 5 deaths. This year to date, crashes are up about a third over last year’s pace; deaths rose from 0 to 3 in the same span (period stats).
By mode since 2022 in this board: cyclists 3 dead and 487 injured; pedestrians 3 dead and 484 injured. Occupants 1 dead, 1,027 injured. Every figure is a body on a stretcher or a phone that never rang (small‑area mode split).
The cost of waiting.
- Speed is the difference between a bruise and a funeral. Albany renewed 24‑hour school‑zone speed cameras through 2030, but the city still chooses how fast its streets will be and who gets to speed again. The tools exist. The scoreboard is on the pavement (Take Action).
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- 14th Street Redesign Begins Next Year, NY1, Published 2025-08-15
- Overnight Rollout of Paid Curb Parking, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-08-15
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- S 4045 - Intelligent Speed Assistance for Repeat Violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
- Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
Other Representatives
District 74
107 & 109 Ave. B, New York, NY 10009
Room 419, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 4
211 East 43rd Street, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10017
212-818-0580
250 Broadway, Suite 1725, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7393
District 59
801 2nd Ave. Suite 303, New York, NY 10017
Room 817, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB6 Manhattan Community Board 6 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 17, District 4, AD 74, SD 59.
It contains Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village, Gramercy, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, United Nations.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 6
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Turning Toyota Rear-ended by Cadillac on 3rd▸Aug 15 - The driver of a Toyota made a left on 3rd Avenue. The driver of a Cadillac, going straight, hit the Toyota’s center rear. Two drivers were injured. One complained of neck pain and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as Unspecified.
The driver of a Toyota made a left turn at 3rd Avenue and East 17th. The driver of a Cadillac was going straight northbound and struck the Toyota’s center rear. Two male drivers were injured. One driver reported neck pain and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, "both vehicles were licensed and traveling as noted, with impacts to the Cadillac’s center front and the Toyota’s center rear." The report lists contributing factors as Unspecified. The police report does not assign a specific cause.
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SUV strikes woman in 42nd Street crosswalk▸Aug 14 - An eastbound SUV hit a woman in the 42nd Street crosswalk at Lexington. The right front bumper took her down. She stayed conscious, bruised and hurt. Midtown traffic rolled on. Steel won. Flesh paid.
A 2020 Cadillac SUV, traveling east on E 42 St and going straight, struck a 31-year-old woman crossing in a marked crosswalk at Lexington Avenue. She suffered an arm contusion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors are listed as “Unspecified.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact, consistent with a driver failing to see and yield to a person in the crosswalk. No specific driver errors were recorded in the dataset beyond the unspecified factors. The driver, a licensed man from New Jersey, was uninjured. The crash underscores the peril for people on foot in Midtown’s fast, multilane corridors.
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Taxi Changes Lanes and Clips Motorcyclist▸Aug 11 - A taxi changed lanes and clipped a northbound motorcyclist at E 20 St and 1 Ave. The 28-year-old rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
According to the police report, a taxi changing lanes struck a northbound motorcycle at E 20 St and 1 Ave in Manhattan. The motorcycle rider, a 28-year-old man, was injured and treated for knee, lower-leg and foot contusions and remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" by the taxi driver. Vehicle damage descriptions list right-front quarter-panel damage to the taxi and center-front and center-back damage to the motorcycle. The report notes the rider wore a helmet.
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SUV driver hits 76-year-old pedestrian on East 14th▸Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV hit a 76-year-old woman at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She stayed conscious. Police listed all contributing factors as unspecified.
A male driver in a 2019 Toyota SUV hit a 76-year-old pedestrian at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead, and damage was noted to the left rear quarter panel. The report lists all contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver error was documented. The crash involved a single vehicle and occurred in the 13th Precinct.
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Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
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Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
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Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
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Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
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Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 15 - The driver of a Toyota made a left on 3rd Avenue. The driver of a Cadillac, going straight, hit the Toyota’s center rear. Two drivers were injured. One complained of neck pain and whiplash. Police list contributing factors as Unspecified.
The driver of a Toyota made a left turn at 3rd Avenue and East 17th. The driver of a Cadillac was going straight northbound and struck the Toyota’s center rear. Two male drivers were injured. One driver reported neck pain and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, "both vehicles were licensed and traveling as noted, with impacts to the Cadillac’s center front and the Toyota’s center rear." The report lists contributing factors as Unspecified. The police report does not assign a specific cause.
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SUV strikes woman in 42nd Street crosswalk▸Aug 14 - An eastbound SUV hit a woman in the 42nd Street crosswalk at Lexington. The right front bumper took her down. She stayed conscious, bruised and hurt. Midtown traffic rolled on. Steel won. Flesh paid.
A 2020 Cadillac SUV, traveling east on E 42 St and going straight, struck a 31-year-old woman crossing in a marked crosswalk at Lexington Avenue. She suffered an arm contusion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors are listed as “Unspecified.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact, consistent with a driver failing to see and yield to a person in the crosswalk. No specific driver errors were recorded in the dataset beyond the unspecified factors. The driver, a licensed man from New Jersey, was uninjured. The crash underscores the peril for people on foot in Midtown’s fast, multilane corridors.
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Taxi Changes Lanes and Clips Motorcyclist▸Aug 11 - A taxi changed lanes and clipped a northbound motorcyclist at E 20 St and 1 Ave. The 28-year-old rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
According to the police report, a taxi changing lanes struck a northbound motorcycle at E 20 St and 1 Ave in Manhattan. The motorcycle rider, a 28-year-old man, was injured and treated for knee, lower-leg and foot contusions and remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" by the taxi driver. Vehicle damage descriptions list right-front quarter-panel damage to the taxi and center-front and center-back damage to the motorcycle. The report notes the rider wore a helmet.
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SUV driver hits 76-year-old pedestrian on East 14th▸Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV hit a 76-year-old woman at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She stayed conscious. Police listed all contributing factors as unspecified.
A male driver in a 2019 Toyota SUV hit a 76-year-old pedestrian at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead, and damage was noted to the left rear quarter panel. The report lists all contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver error was documented. The crash involved a single vehicle and occurred in the 13th Precinct.
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
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Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
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Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 14 - An eastbound SUV hit a woman in the 42nd Street crosswalk at Lexington. The right front bumper took her down. She stayed conscious, bruised and hurt. Midtown traffic rolled on. Steel won. Flesh paid.
A 2020 Cadillac SUV, traveling east on E 42 St and going straight, struck a 31-year-old woman crossing in a marked crosswalk at Lexington Avenue. She suffered an arm contusion and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors are listed as “Unspecified.” The vehicle’s right front bumper was the point of impact, consistent with a driver failing to see and yield to a person in the crosswalk. No specific driver errors were recorded in the dataset beyond the unspecified factors. The driver, a licensed man from New Jersey, was uninjured. The crash underscores the peril for people on foot in Midtown’s fast, multilane corridors.
11
Taxi Changes Lanes and Clips Motorcyclist▸Aug 11 - A taxi changed lanes and clipped a northbound motorcyclist at E 20 St and 1 Ave. The 28-year-old rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
According to the police report, a taxi changing lanes struck a northbound motorcycle at E 20 St and 1 Ave in Manhattan. The motorcycle rider, a 28-year-old man, was injured and treated for knee, lower-leg and foot contusions and remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" by the taxi driver. Vehicle damage descriptions list right-front quarter-panel damage to the taxi and center-front and center-back damage to the motorcycle. The report notes the rider wore a helmet.
10
SUV driver hits 76-year-old pedestrian on East 14th▸Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV hit a 76-year-old woman at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She stayed conscious. Police listed all contributing factors as unspecified.
A male driver in a 2019 Toyota SUV hit a 76-year-old pedestrian at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead, and damage was noted to the left rear quarter panel. The report lists all contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver error was documented. The crash involved a single vehicle and occurred in the 13th Precinct.
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
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Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
-
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 11 - A taxi changed lanes and clipped a northbound motorcyclist at E 20 St and 1 Ave. The 28-year-old rider suffered knee and lower-leg injuries and a contusion. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
According to the police report, a taxi changing lanes struck a northbound motorcycle at E 20 St and 1 Ave in Manhattan. The motorcycle rider, a 28-year-old man, was injured and treated for knee, lower-leg and foot contusions and remained conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" by the taxi driver. Vehicle damage descriptions list right-front quarter-panel damage to the taxi and center-front and center-back damage to the motorcycle. The report notes the rider wore a helmet.
10
SUV driver hits 76-year-old pedestrian on East 14th▸Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV hit a 76-year-old woman at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She stayed conscious. Police listed all contributing factors as unspecified.
A male driver in a 2019 Toyota SUV hit a 76-year-old pedestrian at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead, and damage was noted to the left rear quarter panel. The report lists all contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver error was documented. The crash involved a single vehicle and occurred in the 13th Precinct.
8
Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
-
DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
8
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
-
Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
-
It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
-
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
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Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
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Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 10 - A driver in an SUV hit a 76-year-old woman at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. She stayed conscious. Police listed all contributing factors as unspecified.
A male driver in a 2019 Toyota SUV hit a 76-year-old pedestrian at 653 East 14th Street in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead, and damage was noted to the left rear quarter panel. The report lists all contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver error was documented. The crash involved a single vehicle and occurred in the 13th Precinct.
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Kristen Gonzalez Backs Safety‑Boosting Astoria Protected Bike Lanes▸Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
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DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
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Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
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Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
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Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
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Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
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Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 8 - DOT stands firm on Astoria’s protected bike lanes. Businesses sue. Misinformation clouds facts. Cyclists and pedestrians face delay. Safety waits while lawsuits drag on.
On August 8, 2025, the Department of Transportation reaffirmed its commitment to protected bike lanes and traffic calming on 31st Street in Astoria, despite a lawsuit from local businesses. The project, not tied to a council bill or committee, aims to cut injuries on a deadly corridor. DOT spokesman Will Livingston said, “We stand firmly behind this project and will defend our work in court.” Council Member Tiffany Caban, Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, and Assembly Member Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas backed the redesign in June. The safety analyst warns: opposition and misinformation from businesses can stall proven safety measures, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
- DOT Stands By Astoria Safety Project Despite Foes’ Anti-Bike Lawsuit, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
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Powers Backs Safety-Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
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Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 8 - Officials and advocates raced the M34 bus in Midtown. Walking beat the bus. The street choked with traffic. Buses crawled. Riders waited. The city failed its most vulnerable. Cars ruled. Transit lost.
"It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that. I’m proud to have fought for the busway, and I look forward to faster service on 34th Street." -- Keith Powers
On August 8, 2025, Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined transit advocates in Midtown. They raced the M34 bus across 34th Street to expose slow bus speeds. The event asked: 'Is it faster to walk across town or take the bus?' Russo-Lennon and others backed bus improvements, highlighting how cars choke streets and trap riders. The demonstration drew support from Council Members Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers, and city officials. The safety analyst notes this was a demonstration, not a policy change, so it does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety or system-wide outcomes.
- Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown, AMNY, Published 2025-08-08
6
Standing Vehicle Hits 53-Year-Old Manhattan Pedestrian▸Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
-
It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
-
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
-
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 6 - A driver in a standing vehicle hit a 53-year-old woman at Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street. She suffered a contusion and arm injuries and was conscious at the scene. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
A 53-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and East 52nd Street and suffered a contusion and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing at the intersection when the crash occurred." The vehicle sustained center front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No driver errors were cited in the data. The vehicle record shows the driver was going straight ahead and the point of impact was the center front end. Police details in the file record the injured pedestrian as conscious at the scene.
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Plan▸Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
-
It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
-
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
-
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 6 - City lifts the pause. 34th Street busway returns. Cars lose ground. Buses and trucks get priority. Streets calm. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer passage. Change comes to Midtown’s core.
""I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors,"" -- Keith Powers
On August 6, 2025, the Adams administration agreed to revive the 34th Street busway as part of a Midtown South rezoning deal. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment, with Powers saying, "We are recreating the success of 14th Street in Midtown." Public engagement is set for 2025. Safety analysts note busways cut private traffic, calm streets, and open space for safer walking and cycling, shifting travel away from cars and reducing risk for vulnerable road users.
- It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-06
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
-
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
-
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
- Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-06
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Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 6 - Council clears Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 new homes. 34th Street busway goes car-free. Streets shift. Cars lose ground. Public space returns to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safety.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan. Status: Approved August 6, 2025, by City Council land use committee and zoning subcommittee. Covers 42 blocks, 9,535 new homes over 10 years. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher led negotiations. Bottcher called it 'bold, balanced and long overdue.' The plan includes a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-focused Broadway rebuild. Safety analysts note: higher-density housing and car-free streets shift space from cars to people, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through street equity and safety in numbers.
- 42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units, Crain's New York Business, Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
-
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
1
Cyclist Ejected After Hitting Parked Taxi▸Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
31
Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Aug 1 - A woman on a bike hit a parked taxi at E 20th and 2nd Ave. She was thrown. She hit her head. Whiplash followed. The taxi’s front end took damage. She was hurt on a quiet corner.
A 34-year-old woman on a bike collided with a parked taxi at E 20th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. She was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered a head injury with whiplash. According to the police report, both the bicycle and the taxi were listed as parked before impact. The report lists “Unspecified” as the contributing factor, with no driver error recorded. Damage was noted to the front of the taxi and the front of the bike. No other details on driver behavior or signaling appear in the data.
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Two-Cyclist Crash Ejects Woman on 2nd Avenue▸Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 31 - Two cyclists crashed on 2 Ave at E 23 St. A 67-year-old woman was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police recorded failure to yield.
Two cyclists collided on 2 Avenue at East 23 Street in Manhattan at 1:06 p.m. The crash involved two bikes going straight ahead. One cyclist, a 67-year-old woman, was ejected and sustained a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" was a contributing factor. Both bikes showed center-front damage. No other injuries were reported. The person-level contributing factors for the injured cyclist were listed as unspecified. The report places the crash in the 13th Precinct area and records a single injured person.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-30
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SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control, Hits Cyclist▸Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 29 - Driver in an SUV heading south on 2 Avenue hit a 65-year-old e-bike rider at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded by the driver.
A driver in a 2024 Nissan SUV, traveling south on 2 Avenue, hit a 65-year-old man riding an e-bike at East 15 Street in Manhattan. The impact threw the cyclist. He was left unconscious with head injuries and reported crush injuries. According to the police report, police recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the driver. After noting the driver error, police also recorded 'Traffic Control Disregarded' for the cyclist. Vehicle damage and point of impact were listed at the SUV’s center front end. Injuries for the SUV occupants were not specified in the report.
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
- City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
28
Passengers Hurt as SUV Driver Hits Taxi▸Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 28 - An SUV driver hit a taxi's right side at E 42nd Street and 1st Avenue. A passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. Police recorded outside car distraction and limited view.
A taxi driver traveling north on 1st Avenue and an SUV driver heading west on E 42nd Street collided at the intersection in Manhattan. The SUV driver hit the taxi's right side. According to the police report, a 42-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury, and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report records Outside Car Distraction and View Obstructed/Limited as contributing factors and notes Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle. Both drivers were licensed and going straight.
27
Distraction Cited in 2 Ave Motorcycle Crash▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th. The rider was hurt. Police recorded driver inattention. Two sedan passengers were listed without serious injuries.
A driver in a sedan and a motorcycle rider collided on 2 Avenue at East 56th Street in Manhattan. The 21-year-old rider was injured with a lower-leg abrasion. He stayed conscious. Two passengers in the sedan were listed without serious injuries. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor. The report says the sedan was parked before the crash. The motorcycle was going straight ahead, southbound. No other contributing factors were recorded. The crash occurred in the 17th Precinct.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
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Taxi Disregarded Signal, Ejected 18-Year-Old Cyclist▸Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.
Jul 25 - A taxi driver disregarded traffic control and struck an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Ave and E 17th St. The rider was ejected and injured, reporting pain and shock. Police cited Traffic Control Disregarded and Failure to Yield.
The driver of a taxi disregarded a traffic control and hit an 18-year-old bicyclist at 2nd Avenue and East 17th Street. The rider was ejected and suffered injuries to the knee, lower leg and foot, with complaint of pain or nausea and reported shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The collision involved center-front impacts between the taxi and the bicycle. The report lists those two contributing factors; no other contributing factors are recorded.