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 83
▸ Contusion/Bruise 161
▸ 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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One rider, one corner, and a map of harm in Manhattan CB6
Manhattan CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
Just after 6 AM on Sep 10, 2025, a person on a bike was injured in a crash involving a parked SUV at 2 Ave and E 35 St. NYC Open Data
This Month
- Sep 5: an 81‑year‑old woman walking was injured mid‑block near E 57 St by an SUV. NYC Open Data
- Sep 4: a 38‑year‑old woman crossing with the signal at 1 Ave and E 34 St was injured by an SUV. NYC Open Data
The toll does not let up
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Manhattan CB6 there have been 4,596 crashes, leaving 12 people dead and 2,704 injured, including 38 with serious injuries. NYC Open Data
People walking and on bikes bear much of it: pedestrians account for 6 deaths and 613 injuries; people on bikes 4 deaths and 613 injuries. NYC Open Data
This year isn’t kinder. By this point last year, no one had been killed. This year, 4 people are dead. NYC Open Data
Corners that keep taking
Two corridors stand out in the record: FDR Drive and 1 Avenue show the most deaths in this district’s dataset. NYC Open Data
Police reports in these crashes cite driver inattention, disregarding signals, and failure to yield among the factors. These are choices that repeat, block by block. NYC Open Data
Heavy vehicles do damage here. A bus driver killed an 82‑year‑old man while making a left at 2 Ave and E 37 St on Apr 29, 2022. Another bus driver killed a 49‑year‑old man at 3 Ave and E 28 St on Jun 16, 2025. NYC Open Data
Simple fixes, right now
On 1st and 2nd, hardened left turns, daylighted corners, and leading walk signals can slow drivers and protect crossings. On FDR approaches, tighten turning radii and add physical separation where bikes and walkers cross slip lanes. For trucks and buses, enforce turning speeds and safer routing at problem junctions.
The people with the pen
This district’s Council Member, Keith Powers (District 4), backed the 34th Street busway revival, saying, “It’s time to get buses moving faster, and the busway will do just that.” AMNY
In Albany, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez (SD 59) co‑sponsored and voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act (S 4045); Sen. Liz Krueger (SD 28) also voted yes; and Assembly Member Harvey Epstein (AD 74) co‑sponsored the Assembly companion A 2299. These bills would require repeat dangerous drivers to use speed limiters. NYS Senate S4045 Open States S4045
The pattern is clear on these streets. The tools exist. Use them.
Take one step today. Ask city leaders to lower speeds and rein in repeat speeders: Take Action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where is this?
▸ What changed this year?
▸ Which corners are worst?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- File S 4045, Open States / NYS Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Victory on 34th Street: Transit groups, Manhattan pols leave bus in the dust in bustling Midtown, AMNY, Published 2025-08-08
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Harvey Epstein
District 74
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
District 59
▸ 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
3
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Feb 3 - A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing East 33 Street with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 33 Street and 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2017 Honda SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without damage. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
27
SUV Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian at Night▸Jan 27 - A 39-year-old man was hit by a Ford SUV in Manhattan near East 20th Street. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was entering a parked position when the crash occurred.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north in Manhattan struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian near East 20th Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was entering a parked position at the time of impact. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle movement. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights risks when vehicles maneuver near pedestrians in urban settings.
26
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Brake Failure on 1st Avenue▸Jan 26 - A stopped sedan. An e-bike slammed from behind. Brakes failed. The rider flew forward. His head split open. Blood on the asphalt. He lay conscious, gasping, skull torn. The sedan driver hurt his back. The street stayed silent.
An e-bike rider, 29, crashed into the rear of a stopped sedan on 1st Avenue. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' was listed as the contributing factor. The e-bike rider suffered severe head lacerations and was partially ejected, lying conscious with his skull torn open. The sedan driver, 51, sustained a back injury but remained conscious. The report notes the e-bike rider wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash highlights the danger when vehicle systems fail and vulnerable road users pay the price.
25
Keith Powers Backs Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Lane Cuts▸Jan 25 - Park Avenue faces a reckoning. The city plans to slice car lanes, double medians, and open space for people. Advocates demand bike lanes, car-free stretches, and green space. Council Member Keith Powers backs the shift. The street’s future hangs in the balance.
On January 25, 2022, Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) spotlighted a city plan to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The Department of Transportation aims to cut vehicle lanes and expand the median between East 46th and 57th streets. The proposal, discussed in the council and supported by Powers, seeks to create more open, accessible public space. The matter summary calls it a 'shift toward a more pedestrian-friendly experience.' Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to add a median-side bikeway and maximize pedestrian and green space. The project aligns with the NYC 25x25 plan to convert 25 percent of car space for people by 2025. Private interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are helping fund the effort. The plan’s final shape remains undecided, but the push for safer, people-first streets is clear.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-01-25
25
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Space Reclamation▸Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Feb 3 - A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing East 33 Street with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and distracted. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 33 Street and 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2017 Honda SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle without damage. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
27
SUV Strikes Manhattan Pedestrian at Night▸Jan 27 - A 39-year-old man was hit by a Ford SUV in Manhattan near East 20th Street. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was entering a parked position when the crash occurred.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north in Manhattan struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian near East 20th Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was entering a parked position at the time of impact. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle movement. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights risks when vehicles maneuver near pedestrians in urban settings.
26
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Brake Failure on 1st Avenue▸Jan 26 - A stopped sedan. An e-bike slammed from behind. Brakes failed. The rider flew forward. His head split open. Blood on the asphalt. He lay conscious, gasping, skull torn. The sedan driver hurt his back. The street stayed silent.
An e-bike rider, 29, crashed into the rear of a stopped sedan on 1st Avenue. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' was listed as the contributing factor. The e-bike rider suffered severe head lacerations and was partially ejected, lying conscious with his skull torn open. The sedan driver, 51, sustained a back injury but remained conscious. The report notes the e-bike rider wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash highlights the danger when vehicle systems fail and vulnerable road users pay the price.
25
Keith Powers Backs Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Lane Cuts▸Jan 25 - Park Avenue faces a reckoning. The city plans to slice car lanes, double medians, and open space for people. Advocates demand bike lanes, car-free stretches, and green space. Council Member Keith Powers backs the shift. The street’s future hangs in the balance.
On January 25, 2022, Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) spotlighted a city plan to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The Department of Transportation aims to cut vehicle lanes and expand the median between East 46th and 57th streets. The proposal, discussed in the council and supported by Powers, seeks to create more open, accessible public space. The matter summary calls it a 'shift toward a more pedestrian-friendly experience.' Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to add a median-side bikeway and maximize pedestrian and green space. The project aligns with the NYC 25x25 plan to convert 25 percent of car space for people by 2025. Private interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are helping fund the effort. The plan’s final shape remains undecided, but the push for safer, people-first streets is clear.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-01-25
25
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Space Reclamation▸Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 27 - A 39-year-old man was hit by a Ford SUV in Manhattan near East 20th Street. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver was entering a parked position when the crash occurred.
According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north in Manhattan struck a 39-year-old male pedestrian near East 20th Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was entering a parked position at the time of impact. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle movement. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. There was no vehicle damage reported. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights risks when vehicles maneuver near pedestrians in urban settings.
26
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Brake Failure on 1st Avenue▸Jan 26 - A stopped sedan. An e-bike slammed from behind. Brakes failed. The rider flew forward. His head split open. Blood on the asphalt. He lay conscious, gasping, skull torn. The sedan driver hurt his back. The street stayed silent.
An e-bike rider, 29, crashed into the rear of a stopped sedan on 1st Avenue. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' was listed as the contributing factor. The e-bike rider suffered severe head lacerations and was partially ejected, lying conscious with his skull torn open. The sedan driver, 51, sustained a back injury but remained conscious. The report notes the e-bike rider wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash highlights the danger when vehicle systems fail and vulnerable road users pay the price.
25
Keith Powers Backs Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Lane Cuts▸Jan 25 - Park Avenue faces a reckoning. The city plans to slice car lanes, double medians, and open space for people. Advocates demand bike lanes, car-free stretches, and green space. Council Member Keith Powers backs the shift. The street’s future hangs in the balance.
On January 25, 2022, Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) spotlighted a city plan to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The Department of Transportation aims to cut vehicle lanes and expand the median between East 46th and 57th streets. The proposal, discussed in the council and supported by Powers, seeks to create more open, accessible public space. The matter summary calls it a 'shift toward a more pedestrian-friendly experience.' Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to add a median-side bikeway and maximize pedestrian and green space. The project aligns with the NYC 25x25 plan to convert 25 percent of car space for people by 2025. Private interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are helping fund the effort. The plan’s final shape remains undecided, but the push for safer, people-first streets is clear.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-01-25
25
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Space Reclamation▸Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 26 - A stopped sedan. An e-bike slammed from behind. Brakes failed. The rider flew forward. His head split open. Blood on the asphalt. He lay conscious, gasping, skull torn. The sedan driver hurt his back. The street stayed silent.
An e-bike rider, 29, crashed into the rear of a stopped sedan on 1st Avenue. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' was listed as the contributing factor. The e-bike rider suffered severe head lacerations and was partially ejected, lying conscious with his skull torn open. The sedan driver, 51, sustained a back injury but remained conscious. The report notes the e-bike rider wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash highlights the danger when vehicle systems fail and vulnerable road users pay the price.
25
Keith Powers Backs Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Lane Cuts▸Jan 25 - Park Avenue faces a reckoning. The city plans to slice car lanes, double medians, and open space for people. Advocates demand bike lanes, car-free stretches, and green space. Council Member Keith Powers backs the shift. The street’s future hangs in the balance.
On January 25, 2022, Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) spotlighted a city plan to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The Department of Transportation aims to cut vehicle lanes and expand the median between East 46th and 57th streets. The proposal, discussed in the council and supported by Powers, seeks to create more open, accessible public space. The matter summary calls it a 'shift toward a more pedestrian-friendly experience.' Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to add a median-side bikeway and maximize pedestrian and green space. The project aligns with the NYC 25x25 plan to convert 25 percent of car space for people by 2025. Private interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are helping fund the effort. The plan’s final shape remains undecided, but the push for safer, people-first streets is clear.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-01-25
25
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Space Reclamation▸Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 25 - Park Avenue faces a reckoning. The city plans to slice car lanes, double medians, and open space for people. Advocates demand bike lanes, car-free stretches, and green space. Council Member Keith Powers backs the shift. The street’s future hangs in the balance.
On January 25, 2022, Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) spotlighted a city plan to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The Department of Transportation aims to cut vehicle lanes and expand the median between East 46th and 57th streets. The proposal, discussed in the council and supported by Powers, seeks to create more open, accessible public space. The matter summary calls it a 'shift toward a more pedestrian-friendly experience.' Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to add a median-side bikeway and maximize pedestrian and green space. The project aligns with the NYC 25x25 plan to convert 25 percent of car space for people by 2025. Private interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are helping fund the effort. The plan’s final shape remains undecided, but the push for safer, people-first streets is clear.
- Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-01-25
25
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Park Avenue Car Space Reclamation▸Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
-
Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 25 - DOT will cut a car lane on Park Avenue. The median will grow, swallowing asphalt. Advocates want bike lanes and car-free stretches. Council Member Powers calls it a shift in city priorities. Private money backs the plan. Final design still unknown.
On January 25, 2022, the city Department of Transportation advanced a proposal to reclaim car space on Park Avenue. The plan, discussed in committee and supported by Council Member Keith Powers, aims to expand the median from 20 to 48 feet by removing one of three vehicle lanes. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' by Alfred Cerullo of the Grand Central Partnership, seeks to create more open, accessible public space for people and businesses in East Midtown. Advocates like Jon Orcutt (Bike New York) and Danny Harris (Transportation Alternatives) urge the city to maximize space for people, calling for fully car-free stretches and a bike lane, since Park Avenue has no bus routes. The plan aligns with the NYC 25x25 initiative to convert 25% of car space to people space by 2025. Private commercial interests, including the local Business Improvement District and Fisher Brothers, are supporting and funding the project. The final design will be set by a landscape architect’s master plan.
- Park Avenue Plan Will Reclaim Car Space — But How Much … and for What?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-25
23
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
-
Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 23 - A 24-year-old woman was hit by a sedan on East 28 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. She suffered a concussion and upper leg injuries. The driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2016 Chevrolet sedan struck her at the intersection of East 28 Street and 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained a concussion and injuries to her hip and upper leg. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. There is no mention of helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and lack of experience led to the crash.
10
SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Injures Rear Passenger▸Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
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Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
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Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
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SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
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SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
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SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 10 - A Ford SUV traveling south on East 28 Street struck an object front-center. The driver fell asleep at the wheel. A 69-year-old male passenger in the rear suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The vehicle showed front-end damage.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV was traveling south on East 28 Street in Manhattan when the driver fell asleep. The vehicle impacted an object with its center front end. A 69-year-old male passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg. The passenger was not ejected but experienced shock. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
10
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
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Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
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Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 10 - A 77-year-old woman was struck by a northbound sedan making a left turn on East 47 Street. The driver passed too closely. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash left the woman injured but conscious.
According to the police report, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 47 Street at an intersection in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a northbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The report does not indicate any fault or error on the part of the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, and no safety equipment was noted.
10
Keith Powers Urges Immediate Action on Safety Boosting Fifth Avenue Bike Lane▸Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
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Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-10
3
SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 10 - Fifth Avenue stays dangerous. DOT stalls on promised redesign. Bike lane, busway, and pedestrian fixes remain on paper. Local business pressure blocks progress. Community Board 5 approved. Crashes and injuries mount. Council Member Powers urges action. Vulnerable road users wait.
The Fifth Avenue redesign, announced in 2020 under former Mayor de Blasio, remains stalled as of January 10, 2022. The project, once a bold car-free busway, was scaled back to a protected bike lane and minor pedestrian upgrades. No new bus lane. Community Board 5 approved the plan, but DOT has not started work. Council Member Keith Powers supports the full plan and calls for immediate action on the bike lane, urging the Adams administration and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez to move forward. Local business interests, led by the Fifth Avenue Association, oppose the project, citing pandemic recovery concerns. Transportation Alternatives’ Cory Epstein says, 'Busways and bike lanes are good for the economy, good for our climate, and good for our Vision Zero goals.' Since the project’s announcement, crashes and injuries continue on the corridor. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as the city delays.
- Despite End of Holiday Season, DOT Has No Update on Long-Stalled Fifth Ave. Project, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-10
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SUV Strikes E-Bike on 1st Avenue▸Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 3 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV hit his e-bike on 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 1st Avenue in Manhattan involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-bike. The 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion and upper arm injury. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and struck the e-bike traveling north. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the e-bike's center front end. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected but was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.
1
SUV Strikes Unconscious Pedestrian on Lexington▸Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 1 - A 63-year-old man was hit by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and lost consciousness. Police cited the driver for disregarding traffic control. The victim was not at fault.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an Audi SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue struck him. The pedestrian suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV's front center end was damaged in the collision. No contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling east at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by drivers ignoring traffic controls in Manhattan.
1
SUV Slams Taxi at Lexington and 53rd▸Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
Jan 1 - An SUV hit a taxi at Lexington and 53rd. The SUV driver and taxi passenger suffered bruises. Both were conscious and restrained. Metal met metal. Injuries followed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south on Lexington Avenue struck a westbound 2015 Audi taxi at East 53 Street. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered contusions to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi passenger, a 42-year-old man, was bruised on his knee and lower leg. Both were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The SUV's center front end hit the taxi's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.