Mar 24 - A 26-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured after a sedan hit his bike’s front end on 3rd Avenue. The driver disregarded traffic control, causing a violent impact to the cyclist’s right side, resulting in bruises and arm injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:02 PM on Manhattan’s 3rd Avenue near East 92nd Street. A sedan traveling eastbound struck a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old male, was partially ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the bike’s center front end. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who disregard traffic controls, directly endangering vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801272 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 23 - A 61-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a severe head injury on Manhattan’s 1st Avenue. The crash occurred at night, with defective pavement cited as a key factor. The rider was unconscious and unhelmeted at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash involved a 61-year-old male riding an e-bike northbound on 1st Avenue near East 78th Street in Manhattan at 7:59 PM. The rider was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a severe head injury, rendering him unconscious. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions played a critical role. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was cited as a contributing factor. The e-bike was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred at an unspecified point, causing internal injuries. The driver held a valid New York license. Vehicle damage was noted as 'Other,' emphasizing the unusual nature of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by poor road maintenance to vulnerable cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800663 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 23 - Two sedans traveling north collided on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers, men aged 26 and 56, suffered contusions and bruises. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:06 AM on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive near East 70th Street in Manhattan. Two sedans, both traveling straight ahead northbound, collided. The first vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper, while the second vehicle was damaged on its left front bumper. Both drivers, a 26-year-old and a 56-year-old man, were injured with contusions and bruises affecting their entire body and lower extremities respectively. Both drivers were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The collision involved no pedestrians or cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801275 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 18 - A 32-year-old male driver lost consciousness while driving southbound on FDR Drive. His SUV collided with an object using the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head injury and concussion, remaining incoherent after the crash.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old male driver operating a 2024 Mercedes SUV on FDR Drive lost consciousness while driving straight ahead. The vehicle impacted an object with its right front bumper, causing damage to that area. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness. He sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and was found incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a critical driver medical event led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited. The crash highlights the systemic danger posed when drivers experience sudden incapacitation behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799495 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 12 - Dozens gathered in Midtown. They demanded e-bike registration and license plates. Priscilla’s Law, named for a pedestrian killed by an e-bike, drove the call. Council Member Holden and Assembly Member Rajkumar led. Advocates want accountability. They say e-bike chaos endangers walkers and cyclists.

On March 12, 2025, Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30) joined Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar and advocates in Midtown to rally for Priscilla’s Law (A339). The bill would require all e-bikes to have license plates and be registered with the DMV or DOT. The rally, held near Governor Hochul’s office, drew support from the NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance. The matter title: 'New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC.' Holden supports both city and state versions, stating, 'We need the state DMV to issue license plates for e-bikes.' Rajkumar declared, 'We will usher in a new era free of e-bikes blasting through red lights.' The bill is named for Priscilla Loke, killed by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates say e-bike collisions often end in hit-and-runs. They demand rules and consequences to protect pedestrians and cyclists.

• New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC, amny.com, Published 2025-03-12

Mar 7 - A 50-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal when a van making a left turn struck her. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The victim was not ejected and suffered minor bleeding.

According to the police report, a van traveling north on 1 Avenue was making a left turn onto East 94th Street when it struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in minor bleeding and shock. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The van's point of impact was the center front end, and despite the collision, the vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not ejected from the scene. The driver was licensed and operating a 2015 Ford van. This crash highlights critical driver failures in yielding to lawful pedestrian crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797835 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 6 - A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.

According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."

• Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-06

Mar 5 - A 26-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a northbound SUV making a right turn on East 72nd Street. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way, striking her in the head and causing a contusion. She remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 72nd Street and Madison Avenue in Manhattan around 6:45 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a northbound 2024 Chevrolet SUV made a right turn and struck her with the right front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian legally crossing the street. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious after the collision. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The driver’s failure to yield created a hazardous situation resulting in the pedestrian’s injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 27 - A 44-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at an intersection in Manhattan. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on East 87th Street in Manhattan struck a 44-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection while she was crossing with the signal. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, which the report cites as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed but sufficient to cause injury. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796070 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 25 - Two sedans collided on East 65th Street in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s center back end. A 59-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the driver error behind the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on East 65th Street in Manhattan collided around 8:00 PM. The rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front car. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error by the trailing sedan. A 59-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the rear vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior or safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted at the center back end of the rear sedan, while the front car showed no damage. The driver of the rear vehicle was licensed in New York. This crash highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795227 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 18 - Senators move to guard bike lanes. Cameras will catch drivers who block or invade. The city’s cyclists and walkers get a shot at safer streets. No more hiding behind the wheel.

Senate bill S 5008, now in sponsorship, aims to launch a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced February 18, 2025, sits in committee. Its summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal leads, joined by Jabari Brisport, Kristen Gonzalez, Liz Krueger, Jessica Ramos, and Julia Salazar. The bill targets drivers who block or misuse bike lanes, using cameras to enforce the rules. The move puts pressure on the city to protect cyclists and pedestrians from daily danger.

• File S 5008, Open States, Published 2025-02-18

Feb 14 - Assembly bill A 5440 targets reckless drivers. It makes car owners pay when their vehicles run red lights. Cameras catch the lawbreakers. The aim: fewer crashes, safer streets for all.

Assembly bill A 5440 was introduced on February 14, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled "Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York," seeks to hold vehicle owners accountable when their cars violate traffic signals, using camera enforcement. Assembly Member Steven Raga sponsors the bill, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Tony Simone, Yudelka Tapia, Karines Reyes, and Marcela Mitaynes as co-sponsors. No safety analyst note is available. The bill aims to curb dangerous driving and protect vulnerable road users by making owners answer for violations caught on camera.

• File A 5440, Open States, Published 2025-02-14

Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.

Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.

• File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13

Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.

Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.

• File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13

Feb 11 - Dump truck struck sedan on East 82nd. Sedan driver suffered neck bruises. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. Steel and flesh collided in Manhattan night.

According to the police report, a dump truck and a sedan collided at 21:57 on East 82nd Street near 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan was hit on the left side doors and damaged in the left rear quarter panel. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured with neck contusions and bruises. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No victim actions were cited. The crash shows the danger of distracted driving and risky lane changes on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792029 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 11 - A 57-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by an SUV making a left turn on East 62nd Street. The impact caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock. The driver’s turning maneuver led to the collision.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2024 Alfa SUV traveling north on East 62nd Street in Manhattan. The SUV was making a left turn when it struck the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists no explicit contributing factors for the driver, but the collision occurred during the vehicle's left turn, indicating a failure to safely yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a crosswalk is noted but marked as unspecified in contributing factors, placing the focus on the driver’s turning action as the cause of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.

According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.

• Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue, New York Post, Published 2025-02-06

Feb 5 - A ninety-year-old woman stepped off the curb on York Avenue. A taxi hit her head-on. An SUV rolled over her. Her skull crushed. She lay still. Two drivers kept straight. They did not see. She died on the street.

According to the police report, a ninety-year-old woman was killed on York Avenue near East 72nd Street when she was struck by a taxi and then run over by an SUV. The crash occurred at 17:41 in Manhattan. The report states, 'she stepped off the curb, alone, no signal. A taxi hit her head-on. An SUV rolled over her. Her skull crushed.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. Both vehicles, a taxi and an SUV, were traveling straight ahead. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The drivers 'did not see' her, according to the narrative. The victim suffered fatal head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. No driver errors beyond inattention/distraction are cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 5 - An SUV traveling east collided with an e-scooter moving northeast at East 84th Street. The e-scooter driver suffered contusions and was injured but remained conscious. The SUV showed no damage. Driver inattention was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 near East 84th Street in Manhattan. A 36-year-old male operating an e-scooter was injured with contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was traveling straight east and struck the e-scooter on its left front bumper. The e-scooter was impacted at its center front end, sustaining damage. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted. The SUV driver was not ejected and the vehicle showed no damage. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable road users such as e-scooter riders.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790746 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Feb 4 - A Tesla tore down FDR Drive at unsafe speed. Metal screamed. A baby girl, unbelted, was thrown from the car and killed. The sedan crumpled. The road bore witness. No warning, no mercy, only silence and wreckage.

According to the police report, a Tesla sedan traveling north on FDR Drive crashed at 2:44 a.m. The report states the vehicle was moving at 'unsafe speed.' The impact left the sedan demolished. A baby girl, listed as an occupant, was ejected from the vehicle and died on impact, her injuries described as affecting her 'entire body.' The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No seatbelt was used, as noted in the report. The narrative describes the scene as the Tesla 'slammed at speed,' resulting in the infant's death. The focus remains on the excessive speed and the catastrophic consequences that followed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790343 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18