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 19
▸ Crush Injuries 18
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 21
▸ Severe Lacerations 14
▸ Concussion 19
▸ Whiplash 75
▸ Contusion/Bruise 164
▸ Abrasion 72
▸ Pain/Nausea 43
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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E 63rd and Park: Friday evening, a man dies in the crosswalk
Manhattan CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 29, 2025
Just after evening fell on Oct 24, 2025, at Park Avenue and E 63rd Street, the driver of a 2013 Toyota sedan turned left and hit a 28-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. Police recorded driver inattention. He died at the scene (NYC Open Data).
This is one corner in Manhattan Community Board 8. Since 2022, 19 people have been killed and 2,206 injured on its streets (NYC Open Data). This year, deaths are six. At this point last year, they were three (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 24: The left-turning sedan driver hit a man crossing with the signal at Park Ave and E 63rd; police listed inattention. He died (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 22: A driver in an SUV turned right at 3rd Ave and E 63rd and injured an 18-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal; police recorded failure to yield and disregarding traffic control (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 19: A driver failed to yield and a man on a bike was ejected at E 61st and 2nd Ave; police also noted driver inattention (NYC Open Data).
- Oct 16: A driver and a motorcyclist collided near E 59th Street; the motorcyclist suffered severe leg lacerations, and police again listed inattention (NYC Open Data).
Not a blip. A pattern.
Police keep writing the same causes. Failure to yield. Inattention. Turns that don’t stop. In this district, police tagged failure to yield and inattention as factors in dozens of crashes since 2022 (NYC Open Data).
The harm clusters. FDR Drive and 2nd Avenue top the injury rolls here, with multiple deaths and hundreds hurt. Park Avenue is not far behind (NYC Open Data). Deaths spike at the evening rush around 5 PM, and again in the early morning hours, when the streets are thin and fast (NYC Open Data).
Corners that forgive nothing
The dead man on Oct 24 was crossing with the signal. The driver was turning left. Police noted distraction. The week’s other serious cases? A right turn that failed to yield. A driver who hit a man on a bike. The fixes are not mysteries: harden left and right turns with islands and rubber posts, give walkers a head start at signals, and daylight every corner to clear the sightlines. Target enforcement at rush-hour turns on 2nd, 3rd, Park, and along the FDR access points (NYC Open Data).
Officials know the tools. Will they use them?
Council Member Julie Menin co-sponsored a bill to force prompt repair and public tracking of damaged street furniture—small fixes that keep bus stops, bollards, and racks from turning into hazards (NYC Council – Legistar, Int 1386-2025). State Senator Liz Krueger co-sponsored—and voted yes on—S 4045 to require speed limiters for repeat dangerous drivers (Open States, S 4045). Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright co-sponsored the Assembly companion A 2299 to do the same (Open States, A 2299).
One more tool sits idle. As congestion pricing hardware gathers dust, Council Member Keith Powers said the state “certainly should take advantage of this very expensive infrastructure in Midtown” (New York Post). The district is next door. So are the risks.
Slow the cars. Stop the repeats.
The immediate steps are plain: redesign the turns; add leading pedestrian intervals; daylight the corners; focus enforcement at the worst hours and places. The city can also slow traffic citywide and back bills that cap the speed of repeat offenders. Albany and City Hall have the levers. The people in the crosswalk do not.
One man died at E 63rd and Park on a Friday evening. The next turn comes fast. Act now: Take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What happened at Park Avenue and E 63rd Street on Oct 24, 2025?
▸ How many people have been killed or injured on Manhattan CB8 streets since 2022?
▸ Where are the worst hotspots in this district?
▸ Which factors come up most in police reports here?
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – NYC Open Data (Crashes, Persons, Vehicles) - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-29
- NYC Council – Legistar: Int 1386-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-09-10
- S 4045 (2025) – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat offenders, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- $500M of taxpayer dough wasted? Hochul, MTA lack Plan B for NYC congestion pricing infrastructure, New York Post, Published 2024-06-08
- A 2299 (companion) – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat offenders, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright
District 76
Council Member Julie Menin
District 5
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB8 Manhattan Community Board 8 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 19, District 5, AD 76, SD 28.
It contains Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Upper East Side-Yorkville.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 8
6
Keith Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting Midtown Rezoning and Busway▸Aug 6 - Officials revived a 34th Street busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning. The corridor (3rd–9th Ave) would prioritize buses, boost speeds up to 15%, and curb private traffic. Council subcommittees approved the plan; full council approval still required.
"We are transforming Midtown South into a vibrant live-work neighborhood, alongside historic community investments in schools, transit, parks, and more." -- Keith Powers
File number: none listed. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committees: NYC Council’s Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and Committee on Land Use approved the Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan (MSMX) on Aug. 6, 2025. Matter quoted: "34th Street busway gets another go as part of larger Midtown rezoning plan." Council Member Erik Bottcher, representing the area, backed the rezoning and the busway. Council Member Keith Powers urged full council approval. Mayor Eric Adams confirmed the busway will continue. DOT said it did not suspend the project. The proposal would create a busway from 3rd to 9th Avenues, serve about 24 routes and aim to speed buses by up to 15%. No safety impact assessment was provided in the record.
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34th Street busway gets another go as part of larger Midtown rezoning plan,
amny.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Committees cleared the Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 homes allowed across 42 blocks. City won a car-free 34th Street busway and a $325M Broadway rebuild. Streets shift from cars to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan (file number not listed). Status: Approved by the City Council Land Use Committee and Zoning Subcommittee on August 6, 2025. The matter, titled "42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units," permits about 9,535 homes across 42 blocks. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik D. Bottcher led negotiations; Bottcher called it "bold, balanced and long overdue." Committees trimmed some bulk and protected mid-block manufacturing in the Garment District. The plan secures a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-oriented Broadway rebuild. These measures prioritize vulnerable road users and reclaim public space, likely increasing safety and encouraging mode shift toward walking and cycling.
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42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting Midtown South Rezoning and Busway▸Aug 6 - Land Use committee cleared the Midtown South Mixed-Use rezoning on Aug 6. The plan unlocks over 9,500 homes, creates a car-free 34th Street busway and pedestrianized Broadway, and directs funds to the Garment District and street upgrades.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan. File number: none provided. Status: Approved by the City Council Committee on Land Use on 2025-08-06; advances to a full Council vote. Committee: City Council Committee on Land Use. The matter, quoted in the record, calls to "redesignate 42 blocks between West 23rd and 40th Streets and Fifth and Eighth Avenues for housing development." Councilmembers Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers backed the plan; Speaker Adrienne Adams and Mayor Eric Adams issued supportive statements. The plan includes a car-free 34th Street busway, a fully pedestrianized Broadway, $122M for Garment District support and $340M for streets and transit. No safety impact assessment or safety note was provided in the record.
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Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment,
amny.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Hails Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway as Priority▸Aug 6 - Committees approved a 34th Street busway and Midtown rezoning. The plan pairs faster buses with wide sidewalks and car-free blocks. It heads to a full Council vote Aug. 14. Riders and advocates remain wary after past reversals.
""It was one of the big priorities and commitments that we were able to land,"" -- Keith Powers
Bill/file: none provided. Status: sponsorship; cleared the City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Committee on Land Use. Key date: full Council vote set for Aug. 14. Matter quoted: "Plans for a 34th Street busway move ahead and Mayor Adams says he's on board." Councilmember Keith Powers pushed back to DOT, said he "breathed a sigh of relief" after committee approval. Mayor Eric Adams issued a statement of approval, calling the plan a "down payment" on housing and infrastructure. The rezoning includes $325 million for pedestrian upgrades and two more car-free blocks. No formal safety impact note was provided; transit advocates remain wary after prior project reversals.
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Plans for 34th Street busway move ahead, and Mayor Adams says he's on board,
gothamist.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Praises Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Commitment▸Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
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Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - Officials revived a 34th Street busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning. The corridor (3rd–9th Ave) would prioritize buses, boost speeds up to 15%, and curb private traffic. Council subcommittees approved the plan; full council approval still required.
"We are transforming Midtown South into a vibrant live-work neighborhood, alongside historic community investments in schools, transit, parks, and more." -- Keith Powers
File number: none listed. Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committees: NYC Council’s Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and Committee on Land Use approved the Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan (MSMX) on Aug. 6, 2025. Matter quoted: "34th Street busway gets another go as part of larger Midtown rezoning plan." Council Member Erik Bottcher, representing the area, backed the rezoning and the busway. Council Member Keith Powers urged full council approval. Mayor Eric Adams confirmed the busway will continue. DOT said it did not suspend the project. The proposal would create a busway from 3rd to 9th Avenues, serve about 24 routes and aim to speed buses by up to 15%. No safety impact assessment was provided in the record.
- 34th Street busway gets another go as part of larger Midtown rezoning plan, amny.com, Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety-Boosting Midtown South Rezoning Plan▸Aug 6 - Committees cleared the Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 homes allowed across 42 blocks. City won a car-free 34th Street busway and a $325M Broadway rebuild. Streets shift from cars to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan (file number not listed). Status: Approved by the City Council Land Use Committee and Zoning Subcommittee on August 6, 2025. The matter, titled "42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units," permits about 9,535 homes across 42 blocks. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik D. Bottcher led negotiations; Bottcher called it "bold, balanced and long overdue." Committees trimmed some bulk and protected mid-block manufacturing in the Garment District. The plan secures a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-oriented Broadway rebuild. These measures prioritize vulnerable road users and reclaim public space, likely increasing safety and encouraging mode shift toward walking and cycling.
-
42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units,
Crain's New York Business,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting Midtown South Rezoning and Busway▸Aug 6 - Land Use committee cleared the Midtown South Mixed-Use rezoning on Aug 6. The plan unlocks over 9,500 homes, creates a car-free 34th Street busway and pedestrianized Broadway, and directs funds to the Garment District and street upgrades.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan. File number: none provided. Status: Approved by the City Council Committee on Land Use on 2025-08-06; advances to a full Council vote. Committee: City Council Committee on Land Use. The matter, quoted in the record, calls to "redesignate 42 blocks between West 23rd and 40th Streets and Fifth and Eighth Avenues for housing development." Councilmembers Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers backed the plan; Speaker Adrienne Adams and Mayor Eric Adams issued supportive statements. The plan includes a car-free 34th Street busway, a fully pedestrianized Broadway, $122M for Garment District support and $340M for streets and transit. No safety impact assessment or safety note was provided in the record.
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Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment,
amny.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Hails Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway as Priority▸Aug 6 - Committees approved a 34th Street busway and Midtown rezoning. The plan pairs faster buses with wide sidewalks and car-free blocks. It heads to a full Council vote Aug. 14. Riders and advocates remain wary after past reversals.
""It was one of the big priorities and commitments that we were able to land,"" -- Keith Powers
Bill/file: none provided. Status: sponsorship; cleared the City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Committee on Land Use. Key date: full Council vote set for Aug. 14. Matter quoted: "Plans for a 34th Street busway move ahead and Mayor Adams says he's on board." Councilmember Keith Powers pushed back to DOT, said he "breathed a sigh of relief" after committee approval. Mayor Eric Adams issued a statement of approval, calling the plan a "down payment" on housing and infrastructure. The rezoning includes $325 million for pedestrian upgrades and two more car-free blocks. No formal safety impact note was provided; transit advocates remain wary after prior project reversals.
-
Plans for 34th Street busway move ahead, and Mayor Adams says he's on board,
gothamist.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Praises Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Commitment▸Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
-
It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - Committees cleared the Midtown South rezoning. 9,535 homes allowed across 42 blocks. City won a car-free 34th Street busway and a $325M Broadway rebuild. Streets shift from cars to people. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan (file number not listed). Status: Approved by the City Council Land Use Committee and Zoning Subcommittee on August 6, 2025. The matter, titled "42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units," permits about 9,535 homes across 42 blocks. Council Members Keith Powers and Erik D. Bottcher led negotiations; Bottcher called it "bold, balanced and long overdue." Committees trimmed some bulk and protected mid-block manufacturing in the Garment District. The plan secures a car-free busway on 34th Street and a $325 million pedestrian-oriented Broadway rebuild. These measures prioritize vulnerable road users and reclaim public space, likely increasing safety and encouraging mode shift toward walking and cycling.
- 42-block Midtown South housing plan clears hurdle as Council trims some units, Crain's New York Business, Published 2025-08-06
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Powers Backs Safety‑Boosting Midtown South Rezoning and Busway▸Aug 6 - Land Use committee cleared the Midtown South Mixed-Use rezoning on Aug 6. The plan unlocks over 9,500 homes, creates a car-free 34th Street busway and pedestrianized Broadway, and directs funds to the Garment District and street upgrades.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan. File number: none provided. Status: Approved by the City Council Committee on Land Use on 2025-08-06; advances to a full Council vote. Committee: City Council Committee on Land Use. The matter, quoted in the record, calls to "redesignate 42 blocks between West 23rd and 40th Streets and Fifth and Eighth Avenues for housing development." Councilmembers Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers backed the plan; Speaker Adrienne Adams and Mayor Eric Adams issued supportive statements. The plan includes a car-free 34th Street busway, a fully pedestrianized Broadway, $122M for Garment District support and $340M for streets and transit. No safety impact assessment or safety note was provided in the record.
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Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment,
amny.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Hails Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway as Priority▸Aug 6 - Committees approved a 34th Street busway and Midtown rezoning. The plan pairs faster buses with wide sidewalks and car-free blocks. It heads to a full Council vote Aug. 14. Riders and advocates remain wary after past reversals.
""It was one of the big priorities and commitments that we were able to land,"" -- Keith Powers
Bill/file: none provided. Status: sponsorship; cleared the City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Committee on Land Use. Key date: full Council vote set for Aug. 14. Matter quoted: "Plans for a 34th Street busway move ahead and Mayor Adams says he's on board." Councilmember Keith Powers pushed back to DOT, said he "breathed a sigh of relief" after committee approval. Mayor Eric Adams issued a statement of approval, calling the plan a "down payment" on housing and infrastructure. The rezoning includes $325 million for pedestrian upgrades and two more car-free blocks. No formal safety impact note was provided; transit advocates remain wary after prior project reversals.
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Plans for 34th Street busway move ahead, and Mayor Adams says he's on board,
gothamist.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Praises Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Commitment▸Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
-
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - Land Use committee cleared the Midtown South Mixed-Use rezoning on Aug 6. The plan unlocks over 9,500 homes, creates a car-free 34th Street busway and pedestrianized Broadway, and directs funds to the Garment District and street upgrades.
Bill: Midtown South Mixed-Use (MSMX) plan. File number: none provided. Status: Approved by the City Council Committee on Land Use on 2025-08-06; advances to a full Council vote. Committee: City Council Committee on Land Use. The matter, quoted in the record, calls to "redesignate 42 blocks between West 23rd and 40th Streets and Fifth and Eighth Avenues for housing development." Councilmembers Erik Bottcher and Keith Powers backed the plan; Speaker Adrienne Adams and Mayor Eric Adams issued supportive statements. The plan includes a car-free 34th Street busway, a fully pedestrianized Broadway, $122M for Garment District support and $340M for streets and transit. No safety impact assessment or safety note was provided in the record.
- Midtown South rezoning proposal passes council land-use committee alongside community investment, amny.com, Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Hails Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway as Priority▸Aug 6 - Committees approved a 34th Street busway and Midtown rezoning. The plan pairs faster buses with wide sidewalks and car-free blocks. It heads to a full Council vote Aug. 14. Riders and advocates remain wary after past reversals.
""It was one of the big priorities and commitments that we were able to land,"" -- Keith Powers
Bill/file: none provided. Status: sponsorship; cleared the City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Committee on Land Use. Key date: full Council vote set for Aug. 14. Matter quoted: "Plans for a 34th Street busway move ahead and Mayor Adams says he's on board." Councilmember Keith Powers pushed back to DOT, said he "breathed a sigh of relief" after committee approval. Mayor Eric Adams issued a statement of approval, calling the plan a "down payment" on housing and infrastructure. The rezoning includes $325 million for pedestrian upgrades and two more car-free blocks. No formal safety impact note was provided; transit advocates remain wary after prior project reversals.
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Plans for 34th Street busway move ahead, and Mayor Adams says he's on board,
gothamist.com,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Powers Praises Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Commitment▸Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
-
It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
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Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - Committees approved a 34th Street busway and Midtown rezoning. The plan pairs faster buses with wide sidewalks and car-free blocks. It heads to a full Council vote Aug. 14. Riders and advocates remain wary after past reversals.
""It was one of the big priorities and commitments that we were able to land,"" -- Keith Powers
Bill/file: none provided. Status: sponsorship; cleared the City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and the Committee on Land Use. Key date: full Council vote set for Aug. 14. Matter quoted: "Plans for a 34th Street busway move ahead and Mayor Adams says he's on board." Councilmember Keith Powers pushed back to DOT, said he "breathed a sigh of relief" after committee approval. Mayor Eric Adams issued a statement of approval, calling the plan a "down payment" on housing and infrastructure. The rezoning includes $325 million for pedestrian upgrades and two more car-free blocks. No formal safety impact note was provided; transit advocates remain wary after prior project reversals.
- Plans for 34th Street busway move ahead, and Mayor Adams says he's on board, gothamist.com, Published 2025-08-06
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Powers Praises Safety‑Boosting 34th Street Busway Commitment▸Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
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It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - City unpauses the 34th Street busway. Cars lose through access. Buses get priority. Streets open up for walking and cycling. Pedestrians and cyclists gain safer space tied to Midtown South rezoning.
"I'm glad that we were able to secure a commitment on the 34th Street busway move ahead to invest in one of our busiest corridors," -- Keith Powers
Action: policy commitment to restore the 34th Street busway. Date: August 6, 2025. File number: none listed. Status: the Adams administration agreed to revive the busway as part of the Midtown South rezoning deal. Committee: a key Council committee was poised to vote on the rezoning when the promise was revealed. The matter states: "The Administration commits to establishing a car-free 34th Street Busway." Council Members Keith Powers and Erik Bottcher secured the commitment; Powers shared the language and praised the move. Public engagement is slated for 2025. Safety analysts say restoring the busway will cut car traffic, lower crash risk, and improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists through mode shift and street reallocation.
- It’s Back! 34th Street Busway Revived In Midtown Rezoning Deal, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-06
6
Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown▸Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 6 - A stolen car tore through Chinatown. Two lives ended in seconds. A cyclist thrown, a woman ripped from her bench. Metal twisted. Bodies broken. The driver sped, then fled. The street holds the scars.
According to NY Daily News (2025-08-06), a stolen Chevrolet Malibu driven at 100 mph struck and killed May Kwok and Kevin Cruickshank in Chinatown. Kwok sat on a bench; Cruickshank rode his bike. The article reports, "The driver hit Cruickshank first, throwing him off his bicycle and across the intersection. Kwok was then thrown from the bench." Prosecutors allege the driver and passenger tried to flee after the crash. Authorities found alcohol and firearms in the car. The case highlights the lethal risk of high-speed driving and the vulnerability of people outside vehicles.
- Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-06
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Driver Changing Lanes Injures Woman in Sedan▸Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
-
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 4 - A driver changing lanes hit another sedan on East 96th Street. A 31-year-old woman driving suffered abdomen and pelvis contusions. Police recorded improper lane use and driver inattention.
Two sedans collided at 166 East 96th Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan changed lanes and struck the right rear quarter of a second sedan that was going straight. A 31-year-old woman driving was injured to her abdomen and pelvis and listed with contusions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records the first vehicle's pre-crash action as Changing Lanes. Points of impact were the left front bumper and the right rear quarter panel. The second vehicle sustained right rear quarter panel damage.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Sedan Passenger▸Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 31 - A distracted driver rear-ended another sedan on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue. A 38-year-old rear-seat passenger suffered neck injury and complained of whiplash. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction.
Two sedans collided on the Queensboro Bridge exit onto 2nd Avenue while both traveled eastbound. The 38-year-old left rear passenger, a woman, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was the main contributing factor. Police list the vehicles' pre-crash actions as going straight ahead and the points of impact as center front end and center back end. The injured passenger was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists no other contributing factors before the driver error.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
- City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction▸Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
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Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 22 - Two crashes. Two lives lost. Cyclist and pedestrian struck down at Canal and Bowery. City left the corridor wild. No fixes. Danger lingers. Blood stains the street. The city stalls. People pay.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-07-22) reports two deadly crashes at Canal Street and Bowery on consecutive days. A driver jumped a curb, killing May Kwon and cyclist Kevin Cruickshank. Another driver hit a food truck, injuring two. Advocates and officials blame the city for failing to act, quoting Ben Furnas: "City Hall knows that Canal Street is one of the most dangerous in our city, but they've stalled any improvements." Despite years of studies, no major safety upgrades have been made. The article highlights a lack of protected bike paths and safe pedestrian space, exposing systemic neglect.
- Canal Street Deaths Expose City Inaction, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Van Backed Into Woman at Park Avenue▸Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.
Jul 21 - A van backed into a 54-year-old woman at Park Avenue. She suffered a shoulder and upper-arm injury and abrasions. Police recorded "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was backing; no vehicle damage was reported.
A driver in a Ford Transit van backed into a 54-year-old woman at the Park Avenue intersection in Manhattan. She suffered a shoulder/upper-arm injury and abrasions. “According to the police report …” the driver backed unsafely and was inattentive or distracted. The report lists the contributing factors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The van’s pre-crash movement is recorded as backing, with point of impact at the center back end. The pedestrian was recorded as injured; the report notes no vehicle damage.