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 14
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 20
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 28
▸ Whiplash 145
▸ Contusion/Bruise 182
▸ Abrasion 139
▸ Pain/Nausea 92
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.
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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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Seven Dead in Silence: Manhattan Streets Are Killing Fields
Manhattan CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 7, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Silence
Seven dead. Eight hundred seventy-nine injured. Ten left with wounds that will never heal. That is the cost of traffic violence in Manhattan CB11 in the last twelve months. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or promises. They only count the bodies.
Just this year, two people were killed on the streets. Five hundred forty-one were hurt. Serious injuries doubled compared to last year. The disaster does not come all at once. It comes in the slow grind of crashes—1,015 so far this year, up 46% from last year (NYC Open Data).
The Names Behind the Numbers
A man, 53, was crushed by an SUV on Harlem River Drive. He died in the dark hours of January. A 66-year-old man was killed on 5th Avenue near 135th Street. A 35-year-old woman, a passenger on a motorcycle, died on East 106th. The road does not care about age or reason. It only takes.
The Voices of the Street
Residents see the danger. They speak, but the city moves slow. “No one stops at these stop signs. We see people go through these red lights all the time,” said a woman named Nita after a cyclist was struck nearby. Another man said, “The crowding and the traffic signals are a problem.”
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Council Member Diana Ayala has co-sponsored a bill to ban parking near crosswalks, aiming to clear sightlines and protect those on foot. She has voted for pavement markings and transparency bills. But the carnage continues. Most deaths happen on streets without real protection.
Senator Jose Serrano voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install devices that keep them from breaking the limit. Assembly Member Eddie Gibbs voted to extend school speed zones. These are steps, but they are not enough. The dead cannot wait for another study.
The Next Step Is Yours
Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand daylight at every crosswalk.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Manhattan CB11 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Manhattan CB11?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Manhattan CB11?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
- Cyclist Struck In Washington Heights Hit-And-Run, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Two Indicted After Chinatown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-07
- Speeding Driver Kills Two In Chinatown, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-06
- Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-06
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
- NYC on pace for deadliest year for bike riders since 1999: Study, amny.com, Published 2023-10-17
Other Representatives
District 68
55 E. 115th St. Ground Level, New York, NY 10029
Room 734, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 8
105 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029
212-828-9800
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6960
District 29
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB11 Manhattan Community Board 11 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 23, District 8, AD 68, SD 29.
It contains East Harlem (South), East Harlem (North), Randall'S Island.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 11
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal Manhattan▸Feb 16 - A man crossing with the signal on East 119th Street was hit head-on by a northbound vehicle. He suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left him conscious, scraped, and hurt in the intersection.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at the intersection of East 119th Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. A northbound vehicle, traveling straight, struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield. The pedestrian's action—crossing with the signal—is noted, but no contributing factors related to the victim were cited. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified in the data.
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Improper U-Turn Injures Driver on East 116th▸Feb 15 - Two sedans smashed front to front on East 116th. A woman behind the wheel took a hit to the back. Police blamed an improper turn. Metal twisted. One driver hurt. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 16:30 on East 116th Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a licensed female driver going straight and a licensed male driver making a U-turn. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the U-turning sedan. The female driver, age 29, suffered back injuries but remained conscious. Both cars took damage to their center front ends. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the risk of improper turning in city traffic.
13Int 1160-2025
Ayala votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 6 - A 60-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, hitting the pedestrian who crossed against the signal. The victim was left in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 3rd Avenue at East 123rd Street struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, was in shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, focusing on the driver's failure to yield and inattention.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
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Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 16 - A man crossing with the signal on East 119th Street was hit head-on by a northbound vehicle. He suffered knee and leg injuries. The crash left him conscious, scraped, and hurt in the intersection.
According to the police report, a male pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at the intersection of East 119th Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. A northbound vehicle, traveling straight, struck him with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield. The pedestrian's action—crossing with the signal—is noted, but no contributing factors related to the victim were cited. The vehicle type and driver details remain unspecified in the data.
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Improper U-Turn Injures Driver on East 116th▸Feb 15 - Two sedans smashed front to front on East 116th. A woman behind the wheel took a hit to the back. Police blamed an improper turn. Metal twisted. One driver hurt. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 16:30 on East 116th Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a licensed female driver going straight and a licensed male driver making a U-turn. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the U-turning sedan. The female driver, age 29, suffered back injuries but remained conscious. Both cars took damage to their center front ends. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the risk of improper turning in city traffic.
13Int 1160-2025
Ayala votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 6 - A 60-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, hitting the pedestrian who crossed against the signal. The victim was left in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 3rd Avenue at East 123rd Street struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, was in shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, focusing on the driver's failure to yield and inattention.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 15 - Two sedans smashed front to front on East 116th. A woman behind the wheel took a hit to the back. Police blamed an improper turn. Metal twisted. One driver hurt. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 16:30 on East 116th Street in Manhattan. The crash involved a licensed female driver going straight and a licensed male driver making a U-turn. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the U-turning sedan. The female driver, age 29, suffered back injuries but remained conscious. Both cars took damage to their center front ends. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The incident highlights the risk of improper turning in city traffic.
13Int 1160-2025
Ayala votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 6 - A 60-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, hitting the pedestrian who crossed against the signal. The victim was left in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 3rd Avenue at East 123rd Street struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, was in shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, focusing on the driver's failure to yield and inattention.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
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Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
- File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 6 - A 60-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, hitting the pedestrian who crossed against the signal. The victim was left in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 3rd Avenue at East 123rd Street struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, was in shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, focusing on the driver's failure to yield and inattention.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
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Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 6 - A 60-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, hitting the pedestrian who crossed against the signal. The victim was left in shock and pain.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 3rd Avenue at East 123rd Street struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the right front bumper, and despite the collision, the sedan sustained no damage. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, was in shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond crossing against the signal, focusing on the driver's failure to yield and inattention.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue▸Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-06
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
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Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
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E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.
According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue, New York Post, Published 2025-02-06
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
4
Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 4 - A 64-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion after a sedan failed to yield right-of-way on East 106 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 106 Street in Manhattan struck a 64-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near 3rd Avenue around 10:00 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which the report lists as a pedestrian error or confusion but does not assign fault. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash. This incident highlights the driver's failure to yield as the primary cause of the injury.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on E 115 St▸Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 4 - A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on E 115 St in Manhattan. The impact to the cyclist’s face caused a concussion. The sedan’s left front bumper hit the bike’s center front end.
According to the police report, a collision occurred at 7:00 AM on E 115 St near Madison Ave in Manhattan involving a sedan and a bicycle. The sedan, traveling north, struck the bicyclist, who was traveling south, with its left front bumper impacting the bike’s center front end. The 70-year-old male bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a concussion and facial injuries. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the sedan operator. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. This crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane usage in shared road spaces.
4
Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive▸Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
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Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive,
New York Post,
Published 2025-02-04
29
Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
26
Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
19
Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
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Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.
According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.
- Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive, New York Post, Published 2025-02-04
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Sedan Veers on Triborough Bridge, Driver Injured▸Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 29 - A sedan veered on the Triborough Bridge, smashing into two SUVs. Steel twisted. The driver, forty-six, slumped semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Engines cooled in the aftermath. The bridge stood silent, bearing witness to sudden violence.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northbound on the Triborough Bridge veered and struck two SUVs. The report states, 'A sedan veered, struck two SUVs. The driver, 46, slumped bleeding from the head. Semiconscious. His belt held fast. Illness named the cause.' The driver of the sedan suffered severe head injuries and was found semiconscious, with his seatbelt still fastened. The contributing factor listed in the report is 'Illness.' The impact left the sedan and both SUVs damaged, with steel crumpled and engines cooling in the aftermath. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the occupants of the SUVs. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the persistent dangers faced by all road users when control is lost behind the wheel.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Harlem River Drive▸Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
31
Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 26 - A 53-year-old man crossed Harlem River Drive before dawn. An unlicensed SUV driver struck him with the left front bumper. The man died at the scene, his body broken beneath the gray sky. No crosswalk. No signal. Just impact.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old man was crossing Harlem River Drive early in the morning when a southbound SUV struck him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk or at a signal. The report states the driver was unlicensed, operating a 2019 Nissan SUV registered in Connecticut. The impact caused fatal crush injuries, and the man died at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The narrative details the pedestrian's location as 'not at intersection' and 'crossing, no signal or crosswalk,' but does not cite these as contributing factors. The focus remains on the unlicensed status of the driver and the fatal outcome on a major city roadway.
19
SUV and Sedan Collide on East 123rd Street▸Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
19
Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
31
Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 19 - A westbound SUV and southbound sedan collided at East 123rd Street and Park Avenue. The SUV driver’s inattention and inexperience caused the crash. A 29-year-old female passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, bruised but conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:29 PM on East 123rd Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound Nissan sedan. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the sedan’s left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. A 29-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report focuses on the SUV driver’s errors leading to the impact and resulting injuries to the passenger.
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Dual Sedan Collision on East 122nd Street▸Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
31
Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 19 - Two sedans collided head-on on East 122nd Street in Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered injuries including back, neck, and leg pain. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as primary causes of the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and north on East 122nd Street collided with impact at the left front bumper and left front quarter panel. The crash occurred at 7:58 AM. Both drivers, a 48-year-old male and a 39-year-old female, sustained injuries including back and neck pain, and were wearing lap belts and harnesses. A 33-year-old male passenger in the female driver's vehicle also suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report notes no ejections, and all occupants experienced shock. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front and left side, indicating a side-impact collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
17
MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass▸Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
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MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass,
NY1,
Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
31
Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 17 - A city bus teetered over a Bronx overpass after swerving to dodge a double-parked car. Steel scraped concrete. Debris rained down. No one was hurt. The wall broke. The rules broke first.
NY1 reported on January 17, 2025, that a BxM1 MTA bus nearly plunged from the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass after the driver swerved to avoid an illegally double-parked car. The bus crashed into the wall, leaving it hanging over the edge. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, "We’re told by the MTA that the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, and he hit the wall and went through it." No injuries were reported, but the crash caused structural damage and scattered debris below. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted, "It speaks to the importance of enforcing our parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car." The incident highlights the danger posed by lax parking enforcement and infrastructure vulnerable to impact.
- MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass, NY1, Published 2025-01-17
16
Rear SUV Slams Into Another on Park Ave▸Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
31
Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
30
Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 16 - Two SUVs collided on Park Avenue. The rear driver followed too closely and struck the front SUV. A 62-year-old woman suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles showed no damage. Impact left one driver hurt.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling south on Park Avenue near East 108th Street collided at 7:55 a.m. The rear SUV, driven by a 62-year-old woman, struck the center back end of the front SUV. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The rear driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The front driver, a licensed man, was uninjured. Both vehicles showed no visible damage. The police report highlights the rear driver's error as the cause, with no other contributing factors noted.
10
E-Bike Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
10
Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
-
File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
6
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 10 - A 51-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an e-bike traveling south on 1 Avenue struck her at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The e-bike driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:55 on 1 Avenue near East 105th Street in Manhattan. The e-bike, operated by a licensed male driver traveling south and going straight ahead, struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal, which is noted in the report as her action. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The e-bike showed no damage after the impact, which occurred at the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, but the pedestrian's crossing against the signal is recorded as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or driver violations were specified.
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Sedan Collision on Harlem River Drive Ramp▸Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 10 - Two sedans collided on the Harlem River Drive ramp. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the left rear bumper of one vehicle with the right front bumper of the other.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:50 on the Harlem River Drive ramp involving two sedans traveling south. One vehicle was going straight ahead while the other was merging. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the first sedan and the right front bumper of the second. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. The injured party was a 46-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed ramps.
8A 1077
Gibbs co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.▸Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
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File A 1077,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.
Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan Causing Passenger Injury▸Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Jan 6 - A station wagon stopped in traffic was struck from behind by a sedan following too closely on FDR Drive. The rear passenger of the SUV, a 78-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 on FDR Drive when a sedan traveling south rear-ended a station wagon also heading south but stopped in traffic. The contributing factor cited was "Following Too Closely" by the sedan driver. The SUV had two occupants; the injured party was a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear, who sustained back injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time of the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Despite the impact, no vehicle damage was reported on either vehicle. The report highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distance as the cause of the collision and resulting injury to the vulnerable passenger.
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Speed and Sudden Moves Injure Two on FDR Drive▸Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Dec 31 - Two men hurt in a chain crash on FDR Drive. Sedans struck hard. Unsafe speed and sudden reactions led to head and neck injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.
According to the police report, a multi-car crash struck FDR Drive at 18:18. Three sedans, all northbound, collided. Two men, a 57-year-old driver and a 23-year-old front passenger, suffered head and neck whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. Police cite unsafe speed and drivers reacting to uninvolved vehicles as causes. The 2015 Jeep sedan was hit on its right rear. The 2021 Honda sedan took damage to its right side. The driver’s errors included unsafe speed and aggressive driving. The passenger’s factors included reaction to uninvolved vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Sedan Changing Lanes Hits Moped on E 110 St▸Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.
Dec 30 - A sedan changing lanes collided with a southbound moped on E 110 St in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on E 110 St near 2 Ave in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south was changing lanes when it struck a southbound moped on the right side doors. The moped driver, a 54-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies the sedan driver's errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front quarter panel and the moped's right side doors. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving in Manhattan traffic.