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 12
▸ Crush Injuries 7
▸ Severe Bleeding 9
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 16
▸ Whiplash 77
▸ Contusion/Bruise 97
▸ Abrasion 84
▸ Pain/Nausea 36
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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Harlem’s kill zones: nine dead, hundreds hurt, and a city that still won’t slow down
Manhattan CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Henry Hudson takes the most. Riverside takes its share. Since 2022, Manhattan CB9 has seen nine people killed and 1,267 injured in 2,627 crashes, with 19 listed as serious injuries, according to city data (NYC Open Data).
Motorcycles, SUVs, sedans. Bikes and bodies. The toll keeps coming in.
Where the bodies fall
The Henry Hudson Parkway is the worst corridor in CB9: two deaths and 199 injuries. Riverside Drive adds another death and 24 injuries. Amsterdam Avenue and 125th and 145th Streets pile up dozens more injuries.
At 10:52 p.m. on Aug. 3, 2023, a 42‑year‑old motorcyclist died on the Henry Hudson. The record lists ejection, helmet used, and driver factors: “Unsafe Speed” and “Tinted Windows” (CrashID 4651573).
At W 155th and St. Nicholas, a bicyclist died at 10:42 p.m. on Nov. 2, 2024. Police logged driver inattention and unsafe speed in a collision with an SUV (CrashID 4768346).
On May 10, 2025, at 11:55 p.m., an SUV struck a 73‑year‑old man at W 135th Street. He was recorded “Semiconscious,” then “Killed.” The database calls it “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” The SUV was “Going Straight Ahead” (CrashID 4812753).
The clock tells on us
Nights are bad. Injuries climb through the late hours. Between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., injuries spike, with deaths logged at 10 p.m., 11 p.m., and midnight hours. The 10 p.m. hour shows 82 injuries and two deaths; 11 p.m. has 57 injuries and three serious injuries; midnight holds 76 injuries and a serious injury (NYC Open Data).
Drivers hit most pedestrians here. SUVs and cars account for the bulk of cases: 172 pedestrian injuries and two pedestrian deaths tied to SUVs and sedans in the rollup. Trucks and buses injure too, but far less often (NYC Open Data).
Why the pain keeps coming
“Unsafe speed” is present in fatal files. “Driver Inattention/Distraction” appears again and again. The board’s contributing factors list speed, inattention, failure to yield, and red‑light disregard across hundreds of injuries, with multiple deaths under “other” and “vulnerable road user error” buckets (NYC Open Data).
At Bowery and Canal last month, a stolen car doing more than 100 mph killed two people. The city moved to harden the site. “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said the transportation commissioner (Gothamist). It should not take two dead to fix a corner. “Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block,” an advocate said, warning most of the corridor “will remain deadly” even after changes (Gothamist).
Fix the streets that kill
Start where the numbers are worst. Harden turns and narrow lanes on Henry Hudson access points in CB9. Install raised crossings and daylight corners on Riverside Drive and along 125th and 145th. Late‑night hotspots need speed control and signal timing that protects people on foot and on bikes. Repeat crash sites need repeat fixes.
City Hall and Albany have tools and use them when pushed. The Council sent the state a message to let the city set lower limits. “The city’s ability to control the speed limits on its streets plays a crucial role in delivering traffic safety,” said the DOT commissioner at the time (Streetsblog NYC).
Albany advanced a bill to stop the worst repeat speeders with speed‑limiting tech. Senator Cleare co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee on S 4045, which requires intelligent speed assistance for drivers with repeat violations (Open States). On the Assembly side, local members signed on to A 2299 to mandate the same devices for habitual speeders (Open States).
Lower speeds save lives. Pass the devices. Drop the default. Then go back to the corners where blood has already dried and rebuild them.
If you want this to stop, act. Tell City Hall to set safer speeds and back the bills that rein in repeat speeders. Start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- City Council Poised to Pass ‘Home Rule’ Message for Sammy’s Law on Thursday, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-24
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
Other Representatives
District 70
163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 7
500 West 141st Street, New York, NY 10031
212-928-6814
250 Broadway, Suite 1763, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7007
District 30
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB9 Manhattan Community Board 9 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 26, District 7, AD 70, SD 30.
It contains Morningside Heights, Manhattanville-West Harlem, Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 9
17
Refrigerated Van Hits E-Scooter on 145th Street▸May 17 - A van turned left at unsafe speed. The driver struck a man on an e-scooter. The rider suffered head injuries. Steel met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A refrigerated van making a left turn on West 145th Street collided with a 39-year-old man riding an e-scooter. The e-scooter rider suffered head injuries and crush wounds. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The van’s left front bumper struck the rider. The report does not list any errors by the e-scooter operator. No other injuries were reported.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Distracted Drivers Crash on Broadway, Passengers Hurt▸May 12 - Two cars collided on Broadway. Drivers distracted. Three passengers suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Broadway at West 139th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Three passengers, all riding in the rear seats, sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt, underscoring the risks when drivers lose focus.
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 17 - A van turned left at unsafe speed. The driver struck a man on an e-scooter. The rider suffered head injuries. Steel met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A refrigerated van making a left turn on West 145th Street collided with a 39-year-old man riding an e-scooter. The e-scooter rider suffered head injuries and crush wounds. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The van’s left front bumper struck the rider. The report does not list any errors by the e-scooter operator. No other injuries were reported.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Distracted Drivers Crash on Broadway, Passengers Hurt▸May 12 - Two cars collided on Broadway. Drivers distracted. Three passengers suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Broadway at West 139th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Three passengers, all riding in the rear seats, sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt, underscoring the risks when drivers lose focus.
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
- Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
-
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Distracted Drivers Crash on Broadway, Passengers Hurt▸May 12 - Two cars collided on Broadway. Drivers distracted. Three passengers suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Broadway at West 139th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Three passengers, all riding in the rear seats, sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt, underscoring the risks when drivers lose focus.
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
-
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-13
12
Distracted Drivers Crash on Broadway, Passengers Hurt▸May 12 - Two cars collided on Broadway. Drivers distracted. Three passengers suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Broadway at West 139th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Three passengers, all riding in the rear seats, sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt, underscoring the risks when drivers lose focus.
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
-
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 12 - Two cars collided on Broadway. Drivers distracted. Three passengers suffered back injuries. Metal twisted. Whiplash followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Broadway at West 139th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and distracted. Three passengers, all riding in the rear seats, sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and passengers hurt, underscoring the risks when drivers lose focus.
12
Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run▸May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
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Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 12 - A driver ran a red, struck a cyclist, reversed hard, nearly hit him again. The victim lay bleeding, bones shattered, memory gone. Witnesses screamed. The driver sped off, blowing another light. Police search. The street remains dangerous.
ABC7 reported on May 12, 2025, that a hit-and-run driver seriously injured cyclist Myung Jin Chung at 5th Avenue and West 13th Street. The driver "blew through a red light," struck Chung, then reversed, nearly hitting him again, and fled after running another red. Chung suffered broken bones, a concussion, and needed 16 hours of surgery. Witnesses described the scene as 'petrifying.' Police have video evidence but no arrests. The incident highlights ongoing risks for cyclists and the consequences of reckless driving in New York City.
- Cyclist Crushed In West Village Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-05-12
10
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at West 135th▸May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 10 - SUV hit a 73-year-old man crossing West 135th. The impact killed him. Head injury. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Night, street, blood on the asphalt.
A 73-year-old man was killed when a station wagon/SUV struck him at the intersection of West 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with no signal or crosswalk when the SUV, traveling east, hit him with its right front bumper. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and was semiconscious at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not list any driver errors.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Cleare votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
5
Bus and Taxi Collide on Broadway at W 135th▸May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 5 - A bus and taxi crashed on Broadway at W 135th. One passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Metal struck metal. The city’s danger played out in the dark.
A bus and a taxi collided at Broadway and W 135th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, one passenger was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. The crash involved two vehicles: a taxi traveling north and a bus heading east. Police list 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not specify further details about the cause. The incident highlights the risks faced by passengers in city traffic.
4
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue▸May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 4 - A sedan hit a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue. The rider suffered leg injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud. No driver errors listed. The city moved on.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at St Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The 39-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and lower leg trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The sedan's left front bumper struck the bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The cyclist was unlicensed, but this was not cited as a cause. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street unchanged.
4
SUV Backs Up, Elderly Woman Injured on Amsterdam▸May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 4 - SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue. Elderly woman, 78, hurt. Infant and another occupant involved. Center rear of vehicle struck. Police list factors as unspecified.
A station wagon SUV reversed on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering shock and pain across her body. An infant and another occupant were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The vehicle was damaged at the center back end. Police list all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
3
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 3 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old man crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street. The driver was distracted. The man suffered a fractured leg. Blood on the street. The city keeps moving.
A 70-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing 12th Avenue at West 133rd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were cited.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
25
SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
24
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
- E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
1Int 0193-2024
Abreu votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
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SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
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SUVs Collide on Broadway at Unsafe Speed▸Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
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SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 29 - Two SUVs slammed together on Broadway. One driver suffered a fractured arm. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Passengers hurt. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed on Broadway at West 125th Street in Manhattan. One driver, age 25, suffered a shoulder fracture and dislocation. Two passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. According to the police report, the crash was caused by unsafe speed and drivers disregarding traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the left side doors of one SUV. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash left injuries and damage in its wake.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
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SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing Riverside Drive Intersection▸Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
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SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 26 - A young woman crossing Riverside Drive in a marked crosswalk was hit and left bleeding from the head. Shock followed. The crash left her hurt at the intersection, danger plain as day.
A 23-year-old woman was injured while crossing Riverside Drive at Tiemann Place in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when a vehicle struck her, causing head injuries and minor bleeding. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. The victim was left in shock. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided in the report.
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SUV Swerves, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
24
SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 25 - SUV veered on Morningside Ave. Struck 18-year-old crossing in marked crosswalk. Pedestrian bruised arm. Unsafe lane change and driver distraction listed. System failed to protect the walker.
An SUV traveling south on Morningside Avenue hit an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered a contusion to the arm but remained conscious. The report lists no injuries for the vehicle occupant. The data shows driver error as the primary cause. No mention of pedestrian error or safety equipment is made.
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Passengers on Riverside Drive▸Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 24 - Two cars slammed together on Riverside Drive. Metal twisted. Two passengers hurt, bodies aching. Shock followed. Night air thick with sirens. No clear cause. System failed the vulnerable again.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided on Riverside Drive at West 145th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both cars were going straight ahead when they crashed. Two passengers, a 42-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, suffered injuries to their entire bodies and were in shock. Three other occupants reported unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded. The crash left passengers hurt, underscoring the danger inside cars when systems fail.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Motorcycle on St Nicholas Place▸Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.
Apr 24 - Motorcycle struck SUV from behind. Two drivers hurt. Passenger shaken. Police cite following too closely and distraction.
A motorcycle crashed into the back of an SUV on St Nicholas Place in Manhattan. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. The motorcycle driver, a 45-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his head. A 48-year-old woman riding as a passenger in the SUV was also involved. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The motorcycle driver was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved.