Five Dead, Hundreds Hurt: The Upper West Side Bleeds While Leaders Stall

A 43-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing West 73 Street with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and distracted. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 73 Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2021 Kia SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and crossing legally. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4557480, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 63-year-old woman driving an SUV on West 68 Street suffered an elbow abrasion after a crash. The vehicle hit with the right front bumper during a left turn. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. She remained conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on West 68 Street near Riverside Boulevard in Manhattan. The driver was operating a 2011 Lexus SUV traveling north and was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the vehicle. The driver sustained an abrasion to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4557743, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A taxi struck a moped on West 109 Street. The moped driver, a 24-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a fractured hip and upper leg injuries. The crash involved a left front quarter panel impact on the taxi and front center damage on the moped.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on West 109 Street collided with a moped traveling north. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious injuries including a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. The taxi was damaged on its left front quarter panel, while the moped sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4558609, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 60-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered full-body injuries on West 72 Street. The crash involved a bike traveling west and a parked vehicle. The bicyclist wore a helmet but sustained fractures and dislocations. Passenger distraction was noted.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male bicyclist riding west on West 72 Street was ejected from his bike and suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocations. The crash involved the bicyclist's bike striking the right front quarter panel of a parked vehicle. The parked vehicle showed no damage. The report lists passenger distraction as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but sustained serious injuries. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4559595, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

Two cyclists crashed head-on on West 100 Street. The 42-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered back injuries. Both were traveling straight but unsafe speed caused the collision. The injured rider was conscious and bruised.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between an e-bike and a bike on West 100 Street. The 42-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and sustained back injuries with contusions. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead but in opposite directions when they collided front to front. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The injured cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No damage was reported to the bike, and the other rider's condition is not detailed. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed among cyclists in this area.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556317, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 31-year-old female passenger suffered an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm after an SUV struck a sedan from behind on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV driver, holding a permit, was inexperienced and passed too closely. The crash caused front and rear vehicle damage.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway collided with the rear quarter panel of a sedan also traveling south. The SUV driver, who held a learner's permit, was cited for driver inexperience and passing too closely. The impact injured a 31-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear of one vehicle, causing an abrasion to her elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The report highlights driver errors but does not attribute fault to the injured passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556222, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

Two sedans collided on West 96 Street. A sedan traveling west rear-ended a stopped sedan. The striking driver, 60, suffered chest injuries and shock. Air bags deployed. The crash was caused by following too closely.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on West 96 Street rear-ended a stopped sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 60-year-old man, was injured with chest trauma and experienced shock. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles sustained damage at the center front and center back ends respectively. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an air bag that deployed during the collision. No other persons were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and sudden stops in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556668, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 17-year-old girl was struck on Broadway while crossing against the signal. She suffered bruises to her hip and upper leg. The taxi driver, traveling eastbound, did not sustain damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Broadway after crossing against the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi driver was traveling straight ahead eastbound and did not sustain any vehicle damage. The report lists the pedestrian's error and confusion as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The taxi was licensed and operated by a male driver. The impact caused injury to the pedestrian but left the vehicle undamaged.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555643, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A stopped SUV struck a sedan from behind on West 110th Street in Manhattan. The impact injured the sedan’s driver and right rear passenger. Both suffered shock and neck or back pain. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a 2022 SUV stopped in traffic was rear-ended by a sedan traveling south on West 110th Street. The collision injured two occupants of the sedan: a 26-year-old female driver and a 69-year-old male right rear passenger. The driver suffered back pain and shock, secured by a lap belt and harness. The passenger experienced whiplash and shock without safety equipment. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed in Georgia, and the sedan driver was licensed in New York. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. No ejections occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4560086, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A motorscooter and motorcycle slammed head-on on Henry Hudson Parkway. The woman on the scooter died at the scene. She wore a helmet. The man on the motorcycle survived with leg injuries. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal and flesh scattered on the road.

A deadly crash unfolded on Henry Hudson Parkway. According to the police report, a 48-year-old unlicensed woman riding a motorscooter was struck head-on by a southbound motorcycle. She wore a helmet, but it did not save her. She was ejected and died from severe head wounds. The 26-year-old man on the motorcycle survived, suffering injuries to his lower leg and foot. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor in the collision. The motorscooter driver was unlicensed, but the report centers on speed as the primary cause. No pedestrians or bystanders were involved. The force of the impact left one dead and one injured, marking another violent night on New York City streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4553407, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A man crossing West 86 Street with the signal was struck by a southbound cyclist. The cyclist showed no vehicle damage but was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a fractured chest and dislocation. The crash exposed dangers at busy intersections.

According to the police report, a pedestrian crossing West 86 Street at an intersection with the signal was injured when a cyclist traveling southbound struck him. The pedestrian, a conscious male, sustained a fractured chest and dislocation. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist was going straight ahead and showed no vehicle damage. The crash highlights the risks posed by distracted cyclists failing to observe traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a lawful pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4556351, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

Two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway late at night. Both drivers followed too closely. Two young girls, passengers in one vehicle, suffered head injuries. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts. The crash caused front and rear-end damage to multiple vehicles.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided due to both drivers following too closely. The crash occurred at 10:10 p.m. Two female passengers, ages 9 and 7, were injured. Both suffered head injuries but remained conscious and were restrained by lap belts. The 7-year-old passenger's contributing factors included the other driver's inattention or distraction. The collision caused center front and back-end damage to the involved vehicles. No occupants were ejected. The report lists driver errors as following too closely and driver inattention or distraction. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552419, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A man on a bike crashed into a parked truck. The tire failed. Blood pooled on the street. He clutched his shoulder. The crash left him hurt and bleeding. The truck stood empty. The avenue stayed busy.

A 34-year-old man riding a bike struck the rear of a parked Hino truck on West End Avenue near West 66th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a severe shoulder injury and bled onto the street. The report lists 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as the contributing factor. The truck was parked and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no helmet use was listed as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the vulnerability of cyclists when equipment fails.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4551934, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 57-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Manhattan Avenue near West 110th Street. The sedan and bike collided as the bicyclist made a left turn. The bicyclist suffered shoulder abrasions. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male bicyclist was injured while making a left turn on Manhattan Avenue near West 110th Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a sedan traveling north going straight ahead. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the shoulder and upper arm. The report lists driver errors including "Turning Improperly" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The sedan's right front quarter panel and the bike's left front quarter panel were the points of impact. No damage was reported to the sedan. The bicyclist was not ejected and was the only occupant on the bike. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and improper turning maneuvers in this area.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549850, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

Two vehicles crashed late at night on Henry Hudson Parkway. A 32-year-old female passenger suffered bruises over her entire body. The SUV and sedan collided front and side. The driver’s improper turning caused the crash. The passenger was restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Henry Hudson Parkway involving a 2018 SUV and a 1998 sedan. The SUV had two occupants, including a 32-year-old female passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained contusions and bruises over her entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The crash happened at 11 p.m. The contributing factor listed was "Turning Improperly," indicating driver error. The sedan struck the SUV’s center front end with its left front quarter panel. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4550339, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A Tesla sedan made a left turn on West 61 Street in Manhattan. It struck a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist suffered facial abrasions. Obstruction or debris contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling south on Columbus Avenue attempted a left turn and collided with a southbound bicyclist on West 61 Street. The bicyclist, a 56-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. The sedan's driver was licensed and made a left turn, which led to the point of impact on the bike's center front end. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights driver error in executing the left turn amid obstructed conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547982, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

An e-bike rider struck the right side of a parked sedan on Cathedral Parkway. The cyclist was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited driver inattention and pedestrian confusion as contributing factors. The sedan showed no damage.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike rider traveling east collided with the right side doors of a parked 2013 Ford sedan on Cathedral Parkway in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury. The report lists driver inattention and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion as contributing factors. The sedan, occupied by two males, was stationary and showed no damage. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and confusion in interactions between cyclists and parked vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547762, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 73-year-old woman was hit by an SUV while crossing West 63 Street with the signal. The driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old female pedestrian was injured on West 63 Street after being struck by a 2022 SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547594, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A man on a bike struck a parked Audi on West 73rd. His head hit metal. Blood pooled on the street. He stayed conscious. The SUV never moved. Night pressed in. Driver inattention marked the crash.

A 50-year-old man riding a bike crashed into a parked Audi SUV on West 73rd Street near West End Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the cyclist's head struck metal and he suffered severe bleeding but remained conscious. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary driver error. The crash highlights the dangers faced by cyclists on city streets, even when vehicles are parked.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4548278, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18

A 55-year-old woman was struck by a northbound bike making a right turn on West 97 Street. She suffered head injuries and shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The bike showed no damage.

According to the police report, a male cyclist on a bike traveling north on West 97 Street made a right turn and struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bike had no visible damage. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the crossing signal at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545161, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-18