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 20
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 22
▸ Severe Lacerations 14
▸ Concussion 18
▸ Whiplash 97
▸ Contusion/Bruise 172
▸ Abrasion 120
▸ Pain/Nausea 66
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 112
- Vehicle (LVF2705) – 35 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Ford Van (XKVP79) – 28 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Jeep Station Wagon (MCK3386) – 17 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 White Me/Be Sedan (LTY2773) – 9 times • 1 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (D93NAN) – 5 times • 1 in last 90d here
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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Uptown’s Toll: Death on Broadway, Blood on the Parkway
Manhattan CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Manhattan CB12 is small on a map. The pain fills it.
Twelve people have died here since 2022. Hundreds more were hurt. The city logged 4,360 crashes in this board’s bounds. Pedestrians took 456 injuries. Cyclists took 258. The numbers come from the city’s own database and our rollups.
Broadway and the Parkway keep taking
BROADWAY leads the injury list with 277 people hurt and one death. HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY shows 222 injuries and three deaths. Those are the top hot spots in CB12’s data. See the city’s crash feed for the cases.
A crash on the Henry Hudson at 2:25 a.m. killed two people and hurt another, according to the city’s record of CrashID 4750210. Four vehicles. Two dead at the scene. The file lists a pickup “demolished.”
On FORT GEORGE AVE and AUDUBON, a 25‑year‑old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed at 9:44 p.m., per CrashID 4743277.
On WEST 181 STREET, a 37‑year‑old bicyclist died at 3:57 a.m. after striking a parked tractor trailer, the city’s log says in CrashID 4729767.
Nights are loud with sirens
Injuries pile up after dark. Between 9 p.m. and 4 a.m., the hours with the most recorded deaths were 2 a.m. (three), 3 a.m. (one), 4 a.m. (two), 9 p.m. (one), 10 p.m. (one), and 5 p.m.–6 p.m.–7 p.m.–8 p.m.–9 p.m. all show heavy injury counts. At 6 p.m., injuries spike to 136 with ten serious. That is the peak for severe harm in this dataset.
Speed, inattention, and a red light run
“Unsafe speed” shows up in the fatal moped crash on SAINT NICHOLAS AVE and WEST 185 STREET. A 15‑year‑old was killed. The city’s file cites speed and a traffic control disregard in CrashID 4678005.
Across CB12’s rollup, “failure to yield,” “unsafe speed,” “inattention,” and “disregarded traffic control” appear as contributing factors. Five deaths sit under “other/unspecified” in the city’s summaries. We don’t get answers there. Only bodies.
Trucks, SUVs, and the human cost
SUVs and cars account for most pedestrian harm here, with 396 recorded pedestrian injury cases tied to them in the rollup. Trucks and buses appear less often, but when they do, the damage is heavy. One parked tractor trailer is the last thing a rider saw on West 181st.
Fix the blocks we know are deadly
Start where the data points. Harden turns and add daylighting on BROADWAY’s worst stretches. Add protected space and signal priority for walkers and riders at the ramps feeding HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY. Put truck loading where it does not force a human into a live lane on WEST 181 STREET. These are standard tools the city already uses.
Citywide tools are on the table
Albany renewed the 24‑hour school‑zone speed cameras through 2030, according to AMNY. That program is now law through 2030, the report says. The Senate and Assembly votes from local lawmakers are on the record in our timeline.
The state is also moving a bill to force speed‑limiters on repeat violators. In the Senate, S 4045 advanced with yes votes from local Senator Robert Jackson in June 2025. In the Assembly, A 2299 has co‑sponsors from uptown. The bill would require intelligent speed assistance after repeated violations.
NYC now has the power to lower speeds. Sammy’s Law gave the city authority, and the Council and DOT have begun to use it in places. Our own action page explains how to press for a 20 mph default and the speed‑limiter bills. Slower cars mean fewer funerals.
No comfort in the ledger
CB12 shows zero recorded deaths year‑to‑date, but the bodies since 2022 are still on our streets. Two at 2:25 a.m. on the Parkway. A teen on St. Nicholas. A rider on 181st. One death on Sherman. The ledger keeps their times. The corners stay the same.
Take one step: tell City Hall and Albany to slow the traffic and end the repeat speeding. Start here: Take Action.
Quotes on record:
- “As we mourn the loss of the victims of this horrific crash, we are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection…” — DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez on Canal Street upgrades (Gothamist).
- “A Chinatown intersection where two people were killed last month… will be getting upgrades to improve safety.” — NY1.
- “Traffic deaths reached the lowest level in recorded history during the first six months of this year.” — DOT Commissioner Rodriguez, via BKReader.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2025-01-16
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- NYC Traffic Deaths Reach Record Low, BKReader, Published 2025-07-03
Other Representatives
District 72
210 Sherman Ave. Suite A&C, New York, NY 10034
Room 454, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 10
618 W. 177th Street, Ground Floor, New York, NY 10033
917-521-2616
250 Broadway, Suite 1880, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7053
District 31
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Manhattan CB12 Manhattan Community Board 12 sits in Manhattan, Precinct 34, District 10, AD 72, SD 31.
It contains Washington Heights (South), Washington Heights (North), Inwood, Highbridge Park, Inwood Hill Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Manhattan Community Board 12
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Rodriguez Praises Safety Boosting Queens Boulevard Redesign Completion▸Nov 12 - DOT finished the Queens Boulevard redesign. Protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands, and new signals now line seven miles. Fatalities dropped 68 percent. Injuries fell 35 percent. Julie Won helped fund the next phase. Concrete upgrades will harden safety. Streets remember every life.
On November 12, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced the completion of the final phase of the Queens Boulevard Redesign. The project, part of Vision Zero, was celebrated in Council District 26 with Council Member Julie Won present and helping secure $1.5 million for future upgrades. The redesign stretches from Queens Plaza to Hillside Avenue, creating the city’s longest protected bike lane. The DOT reports a 68% drop in fatalities and a 35% reduction in injuries since 2015. The redesign adds parking-protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands, and improved signals. The next phase, funded in part by Won, will replace painted lanes with concrete, add raised medians, and increase accessibility. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called it a milestone, saying, 'Queens Boulevard is not the Boulevard of Death anymore, but the Boulevard of Life.'
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A ‘Boulevard of Life’ transformation: DOT announces completion of Queens Boulevard Redesign,
amny.com,
Published 2024-11-12
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on St. Nicholas Ave▸Nov 9 - A sedan and an e-bike collided on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The e-bike rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries, wearing a helmet. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing impact to the bike’s front end and injuring the cyclist.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:48 on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southeast struck an e-bike going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male, was cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma and minor bleeding, and was wearing a helmet. Both drivers experienced shock. The sedan driver was parked before the crash. The collision caused unspecified injuries to the sedan driver and injuries to the cyclist, highlighting the danger posed by driver failure to yield in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸Nov 4 - A sedan making a left turn struck an 89-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal on Pinehurst Avenue. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, at 12:37 PM on Pinehurst Avenue near West 183rd Street in Manhattan, a sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with an 89-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end but sustained no damage. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This incident highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Struck While Stopped on 10 Ave▸Nov 4 - A sedan stopped in traffic on 10 Ave took a hit. Driver and rear passenger injured. Both in shock. No pedestrians involved. Police list unspecified factors. Impact to left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan was stopped in traffic on 10 Ave in Manhattan when it was struck by another vehicle. The sedan's left front quarter panel took the impact. The 50-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male rear passenger both suffered injuries—neck and lower leg, respectively—and were reported in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The second vehicle's details remain unspecified.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 12 - DOT finished the Queens Boulevard redesign. Protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands, and new signals now line seven miles. Fatalities dropped 68 percent. Injuries fell 35 percent. Julie Won helped fund the next phase. Concrete upgrades will harden safety. Streets remember every life.
On November 12, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced the completion of the final phase of the Queens Boulevard Redesign. The project, part of Vision Zero, was celebrated in Council District 26 with Council Member Julie Won present and helping secure $1.5 million for future upgrades. The redesign stretches from Queens Plaza to Hillside Avenue, creating the city’s longest protected bike lane. The DOT reports a 68% drop in fatalities and a 35% reduction in injuries since 2015. The redesign adds parking-protected bike lanes, pedestrian islands, and improved signals. The next phase, funded in part by Won, will replace painted lanes with concrete, add raised medians, and increase accessibility. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez called it a milestone, saying, 'Queens Boulevard is not the Boulevard of Death anymore, but the Boulevard of Life.'
- A ‘Boulevard of Life’ transformation: DOT announces completion of Queens Boulevard Redesign, amny.com, Published 2024-11-12
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Sedan Strikes E-Bike on St. Nicholas Ave▸Nov 9 - A sedan and an e-bike collided on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The e-bike rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries, wearing a helmet. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing impact to the bike’s front end and injuring the cyclist.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:48 on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southeast struck an e-bike going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male, was cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma and minor bleeding, and was wearing a helmet. Both drivers experienced shock. The sedan driver was parked before the crash. The collision caused unspecified injuries to the sedan driver and injuries to the cyclist, highlighting the danger posed by driver failure to yield in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸Nov 4 - A sedan making a left turn struck an 89-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal on Pinehurst Avenue. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, at 12:37 PM on Pinehurst Avenue near West 183rd Street in Manhattan, a sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with an 89-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end but sustained no damage. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This incident highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Struck While Stopped on 10 Ave▸Nov 4 - A sedan stopped in traffic on 10 Ave took a hit. Driver and rear passenger injured. Both in shock. No pedestrians involved. Police list unspecified factors. Impact to left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan was stopped in traffic on 10 Ave in Manhattan when it was struck by another vehicle. The sedan's left front quarter panel took the impact. The 50-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male rear passenger both suffered injuries—neck and lower leg, respectively—and were reported in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The second vehicle's details remain unspecified.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 9 - A sedan and an e-bike collided on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. The e-bike rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries, wearing a helmet. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing impact to the bike’s front end and injuring the cyclist.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:48 on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southeast struck an e-bike going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male, was cited for Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma and minor bleeding, and was wearing a helmet. Both drivers experienced shock. The sedan driver was parked before the crash. The collision caused unspecified injuries to the sedan driver and injuries to the cyclist, highlighting the danger posed by driver failure to yield in interactions with vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸Nov 4 - A sedan making a left turn struck an 89-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal on Pinehurst Avenue. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, at 12:37 PM on Pinehurst Avenue near West 183rd Street in Manhattan, a sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with an 89-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end but sustained no damage. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This incident highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Struck While Stopped on 10 Ave▸Nov 4 - A sedan stopped in traffic on 10 Ave took a hit. Driver and rear passenger injured. Both in shock. No pedestrians involved. Police list unspecified factors. Impact to left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan was stopped in traffic on 10 Ave in Manhattan when it was struck by another vehicle. The sedan's left front quarter panel took the impact. The 50-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male rear passenger both suffered injuries—neck and lower leg, respectively—and were reported in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The second vehicle's details remain unspecified.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 4 - A sedan making a left turn struck an 89-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal on Pinehurst Avenue. The pedestrian suffered lower arm injuries and shock. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision and injury.
According to the police report, at 12:37 PM on Pinehurst Avenue near West 183rd Street in Manhattan, a sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with an 89-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its center front end but sustained no damage. No other contributing factors from the pedestrian were noted. This incident highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Struck While Stopped on 10 Ave▸Nov 4 - A sedan stopped in traffic on 10 Ave took a hit. Driver and rear passenger injured. Both in shock. No pedestrians involved. Police list unspecified factors. Impact to left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan was stopped in traffic on 10 Ave in Manhattan when it was struck by another vehicle. The sedan's left front quarter panel took the impact. The 50-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male rear passenger both suffered injuries—neck and lower leg, respectively—and were reported in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The second vehicle's details remain unspecified.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 4 - A sedan stopped in traffic on 10 Ave took a hit. Driver and rear passenger injured. Both in shock. No pedestrians involved. Police list unspecified factors. Impact to left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 2023 Honda sedan was stopped in traffic on 10 Ave in Manhattan when it was struck by another vehicle. The sedan's left front quarter panel took the impact. The 50-year-old male driver and a 35-year-old male rear passenger both suffered injuries—neck and lower leg, respectively—and were reported in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited in the report. The second vehicle's details remain unspecified.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 3 - A 46-year-old man suffered upper arm injuries after a BMW sedan struck him at a Manhattan intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s front right bumper.
According to the police report, a BMW sedan traveling west on W 179 St in Manhattan struck a 46-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to the shoulder and upper arm, classified as injury severity 3. The vehicle, a 2021 BMW sedan, sustained damage to the right front bumper and center front end. The driver was licensed and the vehicle was previously parked before the crash. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.
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Moped Rider Injured in Manhattan SUV Collision▸Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 1 - A moped rider was injured and ejected after a collision with an SUV in Manhattan. The crash involved a failure to obey traffic controls. The rider suffered lower leg injuries and shock, highlighting driver disregard for traffic signals.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:17 on W 180 St near Fort Washington Ave in Manhattan. A moped traveling east collided with an SUV heading north. The moped driver, a 34-year-old male, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure by one or both drivers to obey traffic signals or signs. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the moped driver was also going straight ahead. The point of impact was the moped's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing on driver errors and systemic danger.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Riverside Drive▸Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 1 - A driver making a right turn on Riverside Drive rear-ended an SUV, causing back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and following too closely. The SUV driver was conscious and restrained, sustaining moderate injury.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:31 on Riverside Drive near the Henry Hudson Parkway exit in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male driver of a 2024 SUV was injured with back pain and whiplash after being struck on the left rear bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were making right turns when the collision happened. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected, remaining conscious throughout. The other vehicle, a 2016 Ram pickup, sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and inadequate following distance—as the cause, with no victim fault noted.
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Chain-Reaction SUV Crash on Manhattan Street▸Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Nov 1 - A chain-reaction collision involving multiple SUVs and a sedan snarled westbound traffic on W 207 St. Driver inattention triggered rear-end impacts. One driver suffered a concussion and full-body injuries, conscious but severely hurt in the pileup.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 5:09 AM on W 207 St in Manhattan. Multiple vehicles, including several SUVs and a sedan, were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One driver, a 50-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and injuries to the entire body, classified as injury severity level 3. He was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The vehicles were traveling westbound, with some stopped in traffic and others slowing or stopping before impact. The collision points were predominantly center back end, indicating rear-end impacts. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured driver or other road users.
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Sedan Right Turn Strikes Helmeted Bicyclist▸Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 30 - A helmeted bicyclist was ejected and injured when a sedan turning right collided with him on West 165th Street. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan’s right front quarter panel hit the bike’s left front quarter panel.
According to the police report, a 53-year-old male bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured after being struck by a 2023 Chrysler sedan making a right turn on West 165th Street in Manhattan. The collision occurred at 3:45 PM. The sedan, traveling northwest, impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s maneuver as the critical action preceding the crash. The driver’s right turn movement directly led to the collision, underscoring driver error in vehicle operation. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors in the report.
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Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Broadway, Injuring Arm▸Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
15
Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 26 - A sedan traveling south on Broadway struck a 28-year-old bicyclist, ejecting him and causing an elbow injury. The cyclist wore a helmet but suffered minor bleeding and shock. Improper lane usage by the sedan contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan and a bicycle collided on Broadway near West 204 Street in Manhattan at 16:10. The sedan was traveling straight south when it struck the bicyclist, who was also going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the part of the sedan driver. The bicyclist's confusion is noted as a secondary contributing factor, but the primary driver error was the sedan's improper lane usage. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The focus remains on the sedan driver's failure to maintain proper lane discipline, which led to the collision and injury.
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Distracted SUV Driver Hits Moped Rider▸Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
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Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
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Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
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Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
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The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
15
Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
13
Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
13
Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
10
Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 24 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on West 159 Street. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. Both vehicles struck front-to-front, leaving the moped rider in shock and bleeding.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:38 on West 159 Street near Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 40-year-old male moped driver was injured, sustaining knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with minor bleeding and shock. The collision involved a 2011 Toyota SUV and a 2024 moped, both traveling south and impacting center front ends. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to maintain focus caused the crash. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The victim was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.
20
Aggressive SUV Driver Slams Motorcyclist on West 190▸Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
16
Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
-
The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
15
Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
13
Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
13
Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
10
Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 20 - SUV driver raged down West 190. He struck a southbound motorcycle. The rider flew from his bike. Bones broke. Joints twisted. The street bore witness to reckless force.
According to the police report, at 22:04 on West 190 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, an SUV traveling east collided with a southbound motorcycle. The SUV driver engaged in aggressive driving and disregarded traffic controls. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fractures and dislocations. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. No contributing factors were attributed to the motorcyclist. The crash highlights the danger of aggressive driving and failure to obey traffic controls.
17
Distracted SUV Driver Rear-Ends Taxi Injuring Driver▸Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
16
Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
-
The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
15
Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
13
Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
13
Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
10
Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 17 - A distracted SUV driver slammed into the back of a taxi on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred late at night.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on West 176 Street in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2020 Jeep SUV and a 2020 Toyota taxi, both traveling eastbound. The SUV driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the taxi. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The taxi driver’s condition and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions in Manhattan’s busy streets.
16
Rodriguez Opposes Adams Safety Compromise on Ashland Place▸Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
-
The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-10-16
15
Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
15
Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
13
Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
13
Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
13
Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
10
Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 16 - The Adams administration gutted a safety plan for Ashland Place. Cyclists now face chaos and injury on a block left out of the protected bike lane network. Crashes rose after the compromise. Activists demand the city finish the job before winter sets in.
No bill number exists for this matter; it is an advocacy campaign sparked by the Adams administration’s 2023 decision to water down the Department of Transportation’s Ashland Place safety project. The city left the southernmost block, between Hanson Place and Lafayette Avenue, without a protected bike lane. As activists from Transportation Alternatives wrote, this block 'does not work for anyone on the street and is the missing link in an otherwise protected bike lane.' Council members are not named, but the campaign targets Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Residents supported the full plan, but the city caved to real estate and institutional pressure, keeping two-way car traffic and exposing cyclists to danger. Crash data shows injuries persist. Activists urge the city to close the gap before the painting season ends.
- The Mayor’s Ashland Pl. Compromise Remains a Safety Menace, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-10-16
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Distracted SUV Hits Bicyclist on W 181 St▸Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 15 - A 27-year-old bicyclist suffered a neck injury and concussion after an SUV struck him from behind on W 181 St in Manhattan. The SUV driver was inattentive and speeding, causing the collision. The cyclist was conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:43 PM on W 181 St near Washington Bridge in Manhattan. A 27-year-old male bicyclist traveling south was struck from behind by a southbound 2003 Chevrolet SUV. The bicyclist sustained a neck injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's contributing factors as "Unsafe Speed" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV showed no damage, while the bike was impacted at the center back end. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and speeding—that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.
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Two Sedans Collide on W 178 St in Manhattan▸Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 15 - Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 178 St and Audubon Ave. A 26-year-old front passenger suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved a left turn and a vehicle traveling straight, causing significant front-left bumper damage to both cars.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 178 St near Audubon Ave in Manhattan at 11:25. A 2015 Volkswagen sedan, driven by a licensed female from Virginia, was making a left turn when it collided with a 2004 Honda sedan traveling north, driven by a male with a New York permit license. Both vehicles sustained left front bumper damage. The front passenger in the Honda, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma and shock, and was restrained with a lap belt and protected by an airbag. The report lists no specific contributing factors, but the collision dynamics indicate driver error related to the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injured passenger was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea.
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Distracted E-Scooter Driver Ejected on Amsterdam Ave▸Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 13 - A 48-year-old man riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered severe hip and upper leg injuries after a crash on Amsterdam Avenue. Driver inattention and following too closely caused the impact, highlighting dangers of distracted riding at night.
According to the police report, a 48-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Amsterdam Avenue near West 180th Street in Manhattan at 9 PM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. The driver was traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the center back end of the e-scooter. The victim sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report also notes 'Other Lighting Defects,' which may have contributed to the crash environment. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle operation and close following distances in urban settings.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Fort Washington▸Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 13 - A bicyclist was ejected and injured after a sedan made a left turn and struck him from behind on Fort Washington Avenue. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused abrasions and lower leg injuries to the helmeted cyclist.
According to the police report, at 8:19 AM on Fort Washington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the cyclist. The point of impact was the sedan’s center front end striking the bike’s center back end. The sedan sustained no damage. The cyclist remained conscious but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver errors such as tailgating in urban traffic.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Manhattan Turn Collision▸Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 13 - A sedan driver suffered upper leg injuries after colliding during a right turn on Washington Bridge. The crash involved a tractor truck also making a right turn. Driver inattention and improper turning caused the impact, leaving the driver in shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:42 AM on Washington Bridge in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 34-year-old male, was injured with hip and upper leg trauma and experienced shock. The report states the driver was not ejected but complained of pain or nausea. The collision involved a 2023 sedan and a 2021 tractor truck, both making right turns. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the truck showed no damage. The police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights driver errors during turning maneuvers as the cause of injury.
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Elderly Pedestrian Struck Near West 179 Street▸Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.
Oct 10 - A 72-year-old man suffered leg injuries and shock after a collision near West 179 Street. He was not in the roadway. The crash left him bruised, underscoring the risks pedestrians face even off the street.
According to the police report, a 72-year-old male pedestrian was injured near 529 West 179 Street in Manhattan around 3 PM. He was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and shock reported. The report does not specify vehicle type, driver actions, or contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are listed. No mention of helmet use or victim behavior appears as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians, even when they are not in the roadway.