About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 14
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 6
▸ Severe Lacerations 17
▸ Concussion 14
▸ Whiplash 83
▸ Contusion/Bruise 91
▸ Abrasion 71
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 207
- 2023 Black Ford Pickup (KZH9470) – 145 times • 2 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (KZH9916) – 104 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9054) – 96 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (KZF9979) – 93 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2020 Honda Seda (P85VHP) – 45 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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No More Names for the Death List: Demand Safe Streets Now
Bronx CB7: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Toll in Flesh and Blood
Two dead. Six with injuries that will never heal. In the last year, Bronx CB7 streets have not grown kinder. A 65-year-old man, crossing with the light at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road, was crushed by a turning van. A 39-year-old driver, stranded on the Major Deegan, was rear-ended and left to die while the other driver ran into the dark. His friends were on their way to help. He called them, gasping for breath, after the crash. He did not make it. “He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run. They were on their way to come give him a jump and he got hit waiting for them. And then he called to let them know, I’ve been hit. I can’t breathe.”
Eight killed. Twenty-four left with serious injuries. In three and a half years, these are the numbers. They do not count the families who wait for a phone call that never comes. They do not count the children who limp to school, or the elders who fear the crosswalk.
The Machinery of Harm
Cars and SUVs did most of the damage. Seventy-nine pedestrians were struck by cars or SUVs. Vans killed two. An ambulance killed one. Trucks, buses, bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles all left their mark. No one is safe when the street is built for speed.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
The city talks about Vision Zero. They talk about lowering speed limits. They talk about cameras. But the dead keep coming. No new laws from local leaders have stopped the bleeding here.
Police say they are looking for the man who ran after killing Darryl Mathis. Police said Monday they were looking for a man who ran away after crashing his car into a disabled vehicle on the Major Deegan Expressway and killing its driver over the weekend.
There is no comfort in words. There is only the next crash.
What You Can Do
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people on foot and on bikes.
Do not wait for another friend to call for help and never speak again. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-24
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604527 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-24
- Hit-And-Run Kills Driver On Deegan, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-24
- Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-22
- Hit-and-Run Kills Driver on Deegan, ABC7, Published 2025-03-22
Other Representatives
District 78
2633 Webster Ave. 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10458
Room 920, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 14
2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
District 33
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB7 Bronx Community Board 7 sits in Bronx, Precinct 52, District 14, AD 78, SD 33.
It contains University Heights (North)-Fordham, Bedford Park, Norwood.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 7
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
26
SUVs Collide on Major Deegan, Driver Injured▸Apr 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road. One driver suffered a concussion. Metal twisted. The night air filled with sirens. The cause remains unclear.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured and suffered a concussion. The other driver, age 40, was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front quarter panels. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
26
Sedan Turns Improperly, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 26 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a 74-year-old woman crossing Jerome Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning by the driver. The street saw blood, not mercy.
A sedan struck a 74-year-old woman as she crossed Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, the driver was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No other factors are cited. The driver’s error stands out in the official record.
26
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured▸Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.
NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.
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Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-26
23
Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx▸Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
17
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27
26
SUVs Collide on Major Deegan, Driver Injured▸Apr 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road. One driver suffered a concussion. Metal twisted. The night air filled with sirens. The cause remains unclear.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured and suffered a concussion. The other driver, age 40, was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front quarter panels. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
26
Sedan Turns Improperly, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 26 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a 74-year-old woman crossing Jerome Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning by the driver. The street saw blood, not mercy.
A sedan struck a 74-year-old woman as she crossed Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, the driver was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No other factors are cited. The driver’s error stands out in the official record.
26
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured▸Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.
NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.
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Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-26
23
Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx▸Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
17
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 26 - Two SUVs crashed on Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road. One driver suffered a concussion. Metal twisted. The night air filled with sirens. The cause remains unclear.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Major Deegan Expressway at West Fordham Road in the Bronx. According to the police report, one driver, a 33-year-old man, was injured and suffered a concussion. The other driver, age 40, was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front quarter panels. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
26
Sedan Turns Improperly, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 26 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a 74-year-old woman crossing Jerome Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning by the driver. The street saw blood, not mercy.
A sedan struck a 74-year-old woman as she crossed Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, the driver was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No other factors are cited. The driver’s error stands out in the official record.
26
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured▸Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.
NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.
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Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-26
23
Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx▸Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
17
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 26 - A sedan making a U-turn hit a 74-year-old woman crossing Jerome Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite improper turning by the driver. The street saw blood, not mercy.
A sedan struck a 74-year-old woman as she crossed Jerome Avenue in the Bronx. She suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, the driver was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No other factors are cited. The driver’s error stands out in the official record.
26
Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured▸Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.
NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.
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Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-26
23
Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx▸Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
17
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 26 - A man clung to his car as a thief sped off. The driver sideswiped a parked car. The victim fell, suffering head trauma and a shattered leg. He faces amputation. The car was found abandoned. The street bears old scars.
NY Daily News reported on April 26, 2025, that a 32-year-old man in Pelham Bay, Bronx, was critically injured after trying to stop a carjacker. Surveillance video shows the victim sprinting to his double-parked Infiniti as a suspect entered and sped away. The suspect sideswiped a parked car, knocking the victim to the street. He suffered head trauma and a fractured leg, and may require amputation. The article quotes a local, 'This has absolutely happened before,' highlighting repeated car thefts in the area. The car was later found abandoned. The incident underscores persistent dangers for bystanders and the ongoing threat of vehicle theft in city neighborhoods.
- Bronx Carjacking Leaves Man Critically Injured, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-26
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Alcohol-Fueled Pickup Slams Parked SUVs in Bronx▸Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
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Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
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SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 23 - Pickup truck struck parked SUVs on Bedford Park Blvd. Alcohol involved. One driver injured, left incoherent. Metal twisted. Police cite alcohol as a factor.
A pickup truck collided with two parked SUVs at 380 Bedford Park Blvd in the Bronx. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured and found incoherent. According to the police report, 'Alcohol Involvement' was a contributing factor in the crash. The impact damaged the left front and rear of the SUVs. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not specify helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the danger when alcohol mixes with heavy vehicles on city streets.
17
Improper Lane Use Injures Teens in Bronx Crash▸Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 17 - A moped and sedan collided on West 183rd Street. Two teens hurt. Police cite improper lane use and inexperience. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving. System failed the young.
A moped and a sedan crashed at West 183rd Street in the Bronx. Two teenage boys, ages 13 and 16, were injured. The 13-year-old was trapped with a leg fracture. The 16-year-old driver was ejected and reported leg pain. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling west. The moped struck the sedan’s right front bumper. No other factors were listed. The system put young riders at risk. The street did not protect them.
15
Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx▸Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
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Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
-
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
-
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 15 - Steel met steel at dawn. The box truck flipped. Three people hurt—two in the ambulance, one in the truck. Sirens wailed. All went to Jacobi. The cause is still a question. The Bronx street stayed dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 15, 2025, that an ambulance and a box truck collided at Pelham Parkway South and Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx just after 6:30 a.m. The article states, "The box truck overturned in the crash. Three people were hurt: the box truck driver and two ambulance workers." All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause remains under investigation. The crash highlights risks at busy intersections and the potential for severe outcomes when large vehicles collide. No driver actions have been detailed yet. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns for workers and drivers on city streets.
- Ambulance, Truck Crash Injures Three Bronx, ABC7, Published 2025-04-15
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
-
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
-
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
10Int 1105-2024
Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
9
SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10
10Int 1105-2024
Sanchez votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
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SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10
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SUV Driver Ignores Signal, E-Biker Injured▸Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
28
Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 9 - SUV and e-bike collided on Mosholu Parkway. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. E-bike rider suffered leg fracture. Impact tore metal. System failed the vulnerable.
An SUV and an e-bike crashed on Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx. The 31-year-old male e-bike rider was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The SUV's right front bumper and the e-bike's left front bumper took the impact. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other contributing factors were cited.
6
Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street▸Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
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Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-06
4
Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
4
Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
3
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 6 - Inza Fofana left work, crossed E. 149th Street. A van hit him midblock. Two more cars struck as he lay in the road. Medics rushed him back to Lincoln Hospital. He died. His family mourns. The intersection stays dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 6, 2025, that Inza Fofana, a 52-year-old hospital cleaner and immigrant, was fatally struck after his shift at Lincoln Hospital. The crash occurred midblock at E. 149th St. and Morris Ave. Police said a 2019 Ford Transit van, turning left, hit Fofana as he crossed. The article quotes his sister-in-law: "He was going to buy socks. That's why he crossed the street." Police told the family that after the initial impact, two more vehicles struck Fofana. The driver remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Family members called for more safety measures at the busy intersection, noting, "There has to be a cross guard over there for the pedestrian to cross the street safely." The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians at wide, high-traffic Bronx crossings.
- Bronx Hospital Worker Killed Crossing Street, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-06
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Box Truck and Sedan Collide on Kingsbridge▸Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 4 - Box truck and sedan slammed together on West Kingsbridge Road. Seven people inside. One passenger, age sixty-nine, suffered chest injury and whiplash. No clear cause named. Streets remain unforgiving.
A box truck and a sedan crashed on West Kingsbridge Road at Heath Avenue in the Bronx. Seven people were inside the vehicles. According to the police report, a sixty-nine-year-old male passenger was injured, suffering chest trauma and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact. No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The cause remains unclear in official records.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Webster Avenue▸Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 4 - Two cars slammed together on Webster Avenue. Passengers and drivers hurt. Police cite distraction and road rage. Metal twisted. Pain followed. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV crashed on Webster Avenue at Botanical Square North in the Bronx. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when they collided. One driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Several passengers and drivers reported unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The impact struck the center front of the sedan and the center back of the SUV. The report does not mention any actions by the injured except that the driver with back injuries wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Moped Driver Injured in Bronx SUV Crash▸Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 3 - A moped slammed into an SUV on University Ave. The moped driver was thrown, hit his head, and lost consciousness. Police cite unsafe speed and tailgating. The street stayed dangerous. The city stayed silent.
A crash on University Ave at W 192 St in the Bronx left a 58-year-old moped driver injured and unconscious with head trauma. According to the police report, the moped struck the rear of an SUV while both vehicles traveled north. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The moped driver was partially ejected and not wearing safety equipment. The report notes minor bleeding and loss of consciousness. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
3
Chain Reaction Crash Injures Bronx Driver▸Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
3
Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 3 - A line of cars stopped on Major Deegan. One driver struck from behind. Neck injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, shock and pain. The system failed again.
A multi-vehicle crash unfolded on Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, several vehicles were stopped in traffic when a collision occurred. A 43-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a neck injury and shock. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Most other occupants, including children, were not reported as injured. The report shows a chain reaction, with stopped vehicles struck from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash▸Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
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Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
29
Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
28
Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.
According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.
- Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-03
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Van Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Mar 29 - A Ford van turned right onto University Avenue. Its bumper struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. He died on the pavement, body broken. The van showed no damage. The street swallowed another life.
According to the police report, a Ford van made a right turn at University Avenue and West Kingsbridge Road in the Bronx. The van's right front bumper struck a 65-year-old man who was crossing the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the man suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The van sustained no damage. Police cite 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim's action—'Crossing With Signal'—is noted in the report, but only after the driver's failure to yield. The crash underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to respect pedestrian priority at intersections.
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Unlicensed Teen Moped Rider Slams SUV at Speed▸Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Mar 28 - A moped, pushed too fast by an unlicensed teen, crashed into an SUV’s rear on E 204 St. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The street froze. Sirens came late. The city’s danger pulsed in the silence.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old unlicensed male was driving a moped southbound on E 204 St near E Mosholu Pkwy S when he struck the rear of a station wagon/SUV. The report states the moped was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed.' The teen’s head hit the vehicle, causing bleeding and crush injuries, but he remained conscious. The SUV’s right rear bumper cracked from the impact. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, and notes the moped driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No contributing factors are attributed to the SUV driver. The focus remains on the systemic danger of unlicensed, speeding drivers on city streets.
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Bus Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Intersection▸Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.
Mar 28 - A 16-year-old boy suffered head abrasions after a bus traveling north on Jerome Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was conscious but injured. The bus showed no damage despite impact at its right front bumper.
According to the police report, a bus operated by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead northbound on Jerome Avenue when it struck a 16-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and sustained head injuries classified as abrasions, with an injury severity level of 3. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The bus sustained no damage despite impact at its right front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the crash, leaving the cause unspecified. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, and no pedestrian behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections involving large vehicles.