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

A 38-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a right turn on Amsterdam Ave. The pedestrian suffered severe abdominal and pelvic injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:20 AM on Amsterdam Ave near W 95 St in Manhattan. A 38-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the street with the signal when he was struck by a Chevrolet SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his abdomen and pelvis, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report identifies driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. This crash highlights critical driver errors leading to severe pedestrian harm.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787754, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi slammed into a 92-year-old woman as she stepped from a car on West 95th. Her leg was crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to see her. The street bore witness. She stayed awake through the pain.

A 92-year-old woman was struck by a taxi on West 95th Street in Manhattan while stepping down from a vehicle, according to the police report. The impact crushed her leg, leaving her conscious but severely injured. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver’s failure to pay attention directly led to the collision. The report also notes the pedestrian was 'Getting On/Off Vehicle Other Than School Bus' and lists 'Listening/Using Headphones' as an additional factor, but only after the driver’s distraction. The cab showed no visible damage, and the narrative underscores the pain left on the street. The crash highlights the danger posed when drivers fail to remain alert, especially around vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791904, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling west on W 61 St collided with a southbound bicyclist. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a head contusion. Police cite driver inattention and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors. The cyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on W 61 St was struck by a westbound sedan at approximately 21:31. The point of impact was the sedan's right front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion, with an injury severity level of 3. The cyclist was conscious after the collision. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a primary contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's failure to maintain focus. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is noted, indicating some confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan was traveling straight ahead, as was the bicyclist, before the collision. The report does not assign blame to the victim but emphasizes the driver's inattention as a critical cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784231, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped rider was ejected and seriously injured after a distracted SUV driver improperly passed and struck him on Central Park West. The collision caused fractures and dislocations to the rider’s arm, exposing dangers of inattentive driving and illegal vehicle operation.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Central Park West in Manhattan around 4:30 p.m. A moped rider, unlicensed and helmeted, was traveling north when a Station Wagon/SUV also heading north attempted an improper passing maneuver. The SUV driver’s inattention and distraction led to a collision impacting the moped’s left front bumper and the SUV’s right front quarter panel. The moped rider was ejected from his vehicle, sustaining a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious but seriously injured. No victim fault or behavior was noted as contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787037, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A speeding SUV struck a sedan from behind on Henry Hudson Parkway. The sedan’s young driver and front passenger suffered neck and head injuries, both in shock. The SUV’s rear bumper was damaged; the sedan was demolished in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:38 on Henry Hudson Parkway. A 2024 Nissan SUV traveling south struck a 2010 BMW sedan from behind. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to control speed. The sedan’s driver, a 17-year-old male with a learner’s permit from Virginia, and a 24-year-old female front passenger were both injured, suffering head and neck injuries respectively, and were reported in shock. Neither occupant used safety equipment. The SUV’s left rear bumper was damaged at the center back end, while the sedan was demolished at the point of impact. The report highlights the driver error of unsafe speed by the SUV operator as the primary cause of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782562, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on West End Avenue in Manhattan. One driver suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a northbound vehicle striking a southbound sedan making a U-turn. Limited view contributed to the impact and injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:50 on West End Avenue near 180th Street in Manhattan. A northbound Dodge sedan traveling straight ahead struck the left rear quarter panel of a southbound Honda sedan making a U-turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the Dodge and the left rear quarter panel of the Honda. The driver of the Dodge, a 33-year-old male, sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to limited visibility. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage consistent with the described impact points.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781940, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck two parked SUVs on West 87th Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 35-year-old female passenger in one SUV, causing back pain and shock. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, highlighting dangers from inattentive driving in dense urban areas.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on West 87th Street in Manhattan collided with two parked SUVs. The taxi's front end impacted the left rear bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of another. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 35-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger seat of one SUV sustained back injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The collision caused damage to the left rear quarter panel of one SUV and the rear bumpers of both parked vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. This crash underscores risks posed by distracted drivers striking stationary vehicles and injuring vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781623, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver hit a 31-year-old man walking outside an intersection on West 72nd Street. The impact caused bruising and abdominal-pelvic injuries. The pedestrian remained conscious but suffered serious harm from the collision’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at 11:20 p.m. on West 72nd Street near West End Avenue in Manhattan. The 31-year-old male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound, which impacted him with its left front bumper. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection and was involved in "Other Actions in Roadway." He sustained contusions and bruises to the abdomen and pelvis, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The vehicle was reported to have no damage, indicating a low-speed impact, but the driver’s distraction directly led to the collision. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780600, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 64-year-old male driver suffered facial abrasions and shock after an SUV collision on Broadway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper during a lane change. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the crash, trapping the occupant inside.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:26 AM on Broadway near West 63rd Street in Manhattan. The single vehicle involved was a 2022 SUV traveling northbound, driven by a 64-year-old man from New Jersey. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The driver was changing lanes when the collision happened, impacting the vehicle's left front bumper and causing center front-end damage. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was trapped inside the vehicle and sustained abrasions to his face and emotional shock. He was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to any other party.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779591, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi turned right at Amsterdam Avenue, its front end colliding with a man standing off the roadway. Blood pooled. The man, conscious, lay broken on the street, pain radiating through his body. The cab’s failure left him hurt and awake.

A taxi making a right turn at the corner of W 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue struck a 36-year-old man who, according to the police report, was 'not in roadway' and 'stood off the roadway.' The front of the cab hit the pedestrian, causing severe bleeding and injuries across his entire body. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The man remained conscious but was left injured and bleeding in the street. The report does not cite any pedestrian actions as contributing to the crash. The collision underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to yield, even to those not occupying the roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779994, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after colliding with a sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The rider suffered abrasions and upper arm injuries, remaining conscious at the scene. The crash occurred during a merging maneuver at night.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male moped driver, helmeted and licensed in New York, was involved in a collision with a sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway around 9 PM. The moped was traveling northeast and merging when the crash occurred, impacting the center back end of the moped. The rider was ejected from the vehicle and sustained abrasions and upper arm injuries, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver remained conscious after the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors for the crash, but the merging maneuver preceding the collision suggests driver error related to vehicle positioning or failure to yield. No factors related to the victim's actions were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777620, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old woman suffered full-body injuries after a vehicle making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection of Broadway and West 66th Street in Manhattan. The driver caused the collision without visible vehicle damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:00 AM on Broadway near West 66th Street in Manhattan. A vehicle traveling southwest was making a left turn when it failed to yield right-of-way to a 23-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, emphasizing driver error. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian behavior or safety equipment were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers not yielding to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773076, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 73-year-old woman suffered a head injury after a taxi made a left turn and struck her while she crossed West End Avenue outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian was incoherent and bleeding, highlighting dangers from driver maneuvers in Manhattan streets.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on West End Avenue made a left turn and struck a 73-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The impact occurred at the taxi's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a head injury, was incoherent, and had minor bleeding. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2019 Nissan vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the report does not assign fault to her. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed collision. This incident underscores the risks posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block in Manhattan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773809, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV making a U-turn struck a bicyclist traveling east on Cathedral Parkway. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cited driver inattention and passing too closely as key factors in the collision that caused serious injury.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a 2020 SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, made a U-turn and collided with her bike traveling eastbound on Cathedral Parkway at 8:07 a.m. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers making U-turns and failing to maintain safe passing distances around cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775985, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided. The impact struck the right rear bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 62-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, experiencing shock and pain.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling northbound on Henry Hudson Parkway near West 79th Street when they collided. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of a 2006 Mercedes sedan and the left front bumper of a 2022 Infiniti sedan. The 62-year-old male driver of the Mercedes, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the collision but does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772318, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford SUV turned left on Amsterdam. Its bumper struck a 69-year-old woman crossing with the light. She fell. She died there, in the crosswalk, as traffic moved on. Outside distraction and driver error ended her life.

According to the police report, a 69-year-old woman was killed at the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and West 96th Street in Manhattan. The report states she was 'crossing with the light' in the crosswalk when a Ford SUV, making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. She suffered fatal injuries to her lower leg and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors on the part of the driver. The victim’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted, but the crash was precipitated by the driver’s failure to yield and inattention. The system allowed an ordinary turn to become deadly.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771114, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist in Manhattan, causing knee and lower leg abrasions. The cyclist was thrown from his bike, which overturned. According to the police report, the taxi driver failed to yield right-of-way, leading to the crash and injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:08 PM near 284 Columbus Avenue in Manhattan. A taxi traveling southbound collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old male, suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock. The bike overturned on impact, indicating a forceful collision. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the taxi driver as the contributing factor. The taxi showed no vehicle damage, while the bike was overturned. The bicyclist was not ejected but sustained injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The incident highlights driver error in yielding and the vulnerability of cyclists in traffic conflicts.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769021, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided in a crash caused by driver inattention and unsafe lane changing. A 56-year-old female SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were distracted, leading to impact on front and rear bumpers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 AM on Henry Hudson Parkway involving a 2019 Toyota SUV and a 2019 BMW sedan, both traveling north. The female SUV driver, age 56, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and was conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by the SUV driver. The sedan driver was also distracted, contributing to the collision. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right rear bumper. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The injuries and damage reflect the consequences of driver distraction and unsafe maneuvers on a busy parkway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771531, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 72-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a sedan making an improper right turn on West 96th Street. The impact caused head injuries and whiplash. The driver’s failure to yield created a dangerous collision at the intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on West 96th Street made an improper right turn and struck a 72-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and complained of whiplash, with injury severity classified as moderate. The point of impact was the right side doors of the vehicle. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the cause. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not identified as a contributing factor. This collision underscores the systemic danger posed by improper turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771069, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Toyota SUV traveling south on Manhattan Avenue struck a 13-year-old girl in the head with its left front bumper. She died on the pavement, her life ended in an instant beneath the autumn sun.

According to the police report, a 13-year-old girl was killed when a southbound Toyota SUV struck her on Manhattan Avenue near Cathedral Parkway. The report states the SUV's left front bumper hit the girl's head as she crossed the street. The incident occurred at 13:49, and the girl died at the scene. The police narrative specifies she 'stepped into the street without a signal.' The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The data does not cite any driver-specific errors or violations, but the impact location and vehicle movement are clearly documented. The report notes the girl was crossing at an intersection but not in a crosswalk or with a signal, and lists her action as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.'

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766233, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15