Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Bronx CB8?
Bronx Streets Bleed—Leaders Stall. Demand Action Now.
Bronx CB8: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Bodies in the Road
A woman steps into the crosswalk at Corlear and West 230th. An SUV turns left. She does not make it to the other side. She is 24. She dies where the light still blinks. In the last twelve months, 2 people have died and 7 more have suffered serious injuries on the streets of Bronx CB8. 336 have been hurt. The numbers are not just numbers. They are broken ribs, crushed skulls, and families left with silence.
The Machines That Kill
SUVs and cars did most of the damage. In three years, SUVs killed three pedestrians and left dozens more bleeding. Trucks, sedans, bikes, and mopeds all played their part. The violence is steady. It does not care about age. Children, the old, the young—no one is spared. The dead do not get to tell their stories. The living carry them.
The Leaders and Their Words
When a city bus nearly plunged off the Henry Hudson Parkway, the wall gave way. The bus was trying to avoid a double-parked car. Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said the bus was trying to get around an illegally double-parked car, hit the wall, and went through it. Thankfully, nobody was hurt. But the next time, someone will be. Councilman Eric Dinowitz noted that even a very big bus, going slowly, can do a lot of damage, and stressed the importance of enforcing parking rules because it was going around a double-parked car. He pointed out that parking regulations are not being enforced across the city.
Local leaders talk about enforcement. They talk about repairs. They do not talk about speed limits, protected crossings, or the hard work of redesign. The silence is loud. The clock keeps ticking.
The Call to Action
This is not fate. This is policy. Every death is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Demand lower speed limits. Demand protected crossings. Demand action before another name is added to the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4596739 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- MTA Bus Hangs Off Bronx Overpass, NY1, Published 2025-01-17
Other Representatives
District 81
3107 Kingsbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10463
Room 632, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 11
277 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
718-549-7300
250 Broadway, Suite 1775, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7080
District 33
2432 Grand Concourse, Suite 506, Bronx, NY 10458
Room 502, Capitol Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB8 Bronx Community Board 8 sits in Bronx, Precinct 50, District 11, AD 81, SD 33.
It contains Kingsbridge Heights-Van Cortlandt Village, Kingsbridge-Marble Hill, Riverdale-Spuyten Duyvil.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 8
Int 1105-2024Dinowitz votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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
Left-Turning Sedan Hits Bronx Pedestrian▸Chevy sedan turns left on Bailey Avenue. Bumper strikes woman, 54, crossing with the signal. Her face hits pavement. Driver, 93, fails to yield. The street keeps the scar.
A 2014 Chevy sedan turned left at 3100 Bailey Avenue in the Bronx and struck a 54-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, age 93, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered facial injuries and abrasions. The driver wore a seatbelt and was not hurt. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The car showed no damage. No other factors were cited.
3Chain Collision Injures Passengers on Major Deegan▸Three passengers suffered neck injuries in a chain crash on Van Cortlandt Park South. Sedans struck, metal crumpled, whiplash followed. The street turned brutal in seconds.
A multi-vehicle crash on Van Cortlandt Park South at Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, sedans collided, causing neck injuries to a 16-year-old girl, a 24-year-old woman, and a 61-year-old woman. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash involved several sedans, with impacts to both front and rear ends. Passengers reported whiplash. The police report does not specify further details about the cause beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Three-Sedan Chain Collision on Major Deegan▸Three sedans collided in a chain reaction on the Major Deegan Expressway. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All vehicles were traveling southbound when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, a chain collision involving three sedans occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 17:48. All vehicles were traveling southbound, with impacts centered on the back ends and front ends of the vehicles. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior played a role in the crash. One occupant, a 28-year-old male front passenger, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision sequence and damage points suggest a failure to maintain safe following distances or control, exacerbated by alcohol use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
3SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Broadway▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
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
Left-Turning Sedan Hits Bronx Pedestrian▸Chevy sedan turns left on Bailey Avenue. Bumper strikes woman, 54, crossing with the signal. Her face hits pavement. Driver, 93, fails to yield. The street keeps the scar.
A 2014 Chevy sedan turned left at 3100 Bailey Avenue in the Bronx and struck a 54-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, age 93, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered facial injuries and abrasions. The driver wore a seatbelt and was not hurt. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The car showed no damage. No other factors were cited.
3Chain Collision Injures Passengers on Major Deegan▸Three passengers suffered neck injuries in a chain crash on Van Cortlandt Park South. Sedans struck, metal crumpled, whiplash followed. The street turned brutal in seconds.
A multi-vehicle crash on Van Cortlandt Park South at Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, sedans collided, causing neck injuries to a 16-year-old girl, a 24-year-old woman, and a 61-year-old woman. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash involved several sedans, with impacts to both front and rear ends. Passengers reported whiplash. The police report does not specify further details about the cause beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Three-Sedan Chain Collision on Major Deegan▸Three sedans collided in a chain reaction on the Major Deegan Expressway. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All vehicles were traveling southbound when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, a chain collision involving three sedans occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 17:48. All vehicles were traveling southbound, with impacts centered on the back ends and front ends of the vehicles. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior played a role in the crash. One occupant, a 28-year-old male front passenger, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision sequence and damage points suggest a failure to maintain safe following distances or control, exacerbated by alcohol use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
3SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Broadway▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Chevy sedan turns left on Bailey Avenue. Bumper strikes woman, 54, crossing with the signal. Her face hits pavement. Driver, 93, fails to yield. The street keeps the scar.
A 2014 Chevy sedan turned left at 3100 Bailey Avenue in the Bronx and struck a 54-year-old woman crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the driver, age 93, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered facial injuries and abrasions. The driver wore a seatbelt and was not hurt. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The car showed no damage. No other factors were cited.
3Chain Collision Injures Passengers on Major Deegan▸Three passengers suffered neck injuries in a chain crash on Van Cortlandt Park South. Sedans struck, metal crumpled, whiplash followed. The street turned brutal in seconds.
A multi-vehicle crash on Van Cortlandt Park South at Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, sedans collided, causing neck injuries to a 16-year-old girl, a 24-year-old woman, and a 61-year-old woman. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash involved several sedans, with impacts to both front and rear ends. Passengers reported whiplash. The police report does not specify further details about the cause beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Three-Sedan Chain Collision on Major Deegan▸Three sedans collided in a chain reaction on the Major Deegan Expressway. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All vehicles were traveling southbound when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, a chain collision involving three sedans occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 17:48. All vehicles were traveling southbound, with impacts centered on the back ends and front ends of the vehicles. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior played a role in the crash. One occupant, a 28-year-old male front passenger, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision sequence and damage points suggest a failure to maintain safe following distances or control, exacerbated by alcohol use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
3SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Broadway▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Three passengers suffered neck injuries in a chain crash on Van Cortlandt Park South. Sedans struck, metal crumpled, whiplash followed. The street turned brutal in seconds.
A multi-vehicle crash on Van Cortlandt Park South at Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, sedans collided, causing neck injuries to a 16-year-old girl, a 24-year-old woman, and a 61-year-old woman. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash involved several sedans, with impacts to both front and rear ends. Passengers reported whiplash. The police report does not specify further details about the cause beyond 'Other Vehicular.'
Three-Sedan Chain Collision on Major Deegan▸Three sedans collided in a chain reaction on the Major Deegan Expressway. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All vehicles were traveling southbound when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, a chain collision involving three sedans occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 17:48. All vehicles were traveling southbound, with impacts centered on the back ends and front ends of the vehicles. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior played a role in the crash. One occupant, a 28-year-old male front passenger, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision sequence and damage points suggest a failure to maintain safe following distances or control, exacerbated by alcohol use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
3SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Broadway▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
Three sedans collided in a chain reaction on the Major Deegan Expressway. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor. A front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All vehicles were traveling southbound when the impact occurred.
According to the police report, a chain collision involving three sedans occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 17:48. All vehicles were traveling southbound, with impacts centered on the back ends and front ends of the vehicles. The report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating impaired driver behavior played a role in the crash. One occupant, a 28-year-old male front passenger, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision sequence and damage points suggest a failure to maintain safe following distances or control, exacerbated by alcohol use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors in the report.
3SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Bronx Broadway▸A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on Broadway in the Bronx late at night. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck, head, and chest injuries. All were restrained but left in shock, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 p.m. on Broadway in the Bronx. A 2015 Chevrolet SUV traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a 2008 Honda sedan also traveling south. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper and the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, a 19-year-old male. Three occupants in the SUV were injured: the driver, a 19-year-old male with no visible injuries but in shock; a 22-year-old male rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash; and a 23-year-old female rear passenger with head injuries and whiplash. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The injuries and shock underscore the severe consequences of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.
Passenger Suffers Head Injury in Sedan Crash▸A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 27-year-old front-seat passenger sustained a head injury and whiplash in a collision involving a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Driver errors were not specified in the report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Major Deegan Expressway at 10:50. The injured party was a 27-year-old male front passenger in a sedan, who suffered a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. He was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan involved was traveling north and sustained damage to the right rear bumper at the center back end. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The report focuses on the passenger injury without attributing fault to the victim.
Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist▸A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A Mercedes slammed into Darryl Mathis Jr.'s stalled car on the Major Deegan. Mathis called for help, then for an ambulance. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed Mathis to the hospital. He died. The killer behind the wheel vanished into the night.
NY Daily News reported on March 24, 2025, that Darryl Mathis Jr. was killed when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his disabled Ford on the Major Deegan Expressway. Mathis, stranded after his battery died, called friends for help. As one friend recounted, 'He called to get a jump, and after that, he got hit from behind, a hit-and-run.' The Mercedes driver fled the scene and has not been caught. Mathis was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The crash highlights the dangers faced by stranded motorists on city highways and the deadly consequences when drivers flee. No policy changes or enforcement actions were detailed in the article.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Stranded Bronx Motorist, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-24
Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver▸A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
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Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A black Mercedes slammed into a Ford on the Major Deegan. Both cars spun out. The Mercedes driver ran. The Ford driver died at St. Barnabas. Police closed the highway for hours. No arrests. The city’s roads stay deadly.
NY Daily News reported on March 22, 2025, that a 39-year-old driver was killed after a black Mercedes-Benz rear-ended his Ford Crown Victoria on the Major Deegan Expressway. The article states, “The hit-and-run driver responsible escaped on foot, police said.” Both vehicles lost control and crashed. Emergency services transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he died. The Mercedes driver fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Police closed the southbound lanes for several hours during the investigation. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of rear-end collisions and the persistent risk posed by hit-and-run drivers on New York City highways.
- Bronx Highway Hit-And-Run Kills Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-22
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Near Parked Sedan▸A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A pedestrian suffered head injuries after an SUV collided with a parked sedan's right side doors in the Bronx. Alcohol involvement by the driver was noted. The victim was semiconscious with minor bleeding, highlighting the severe impact of the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near 3400 Cannon Place at 13:48. An SUV traveling straight ahead struck a parked sedan on its right side doors. The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and no contributing factors were assigned to the victim. The collision caused significant damage to the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of pedestrians even when not in the roadway.
SUV Rear-Ends Driver on Major Deegan Expressway▸SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
SUV struck from behind on Major Deegan. Sixty-five-year-old woman suffers concussion, head injury. Impact hits right rear quarter. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Crash leaves driver hurt, system silent.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old woman driving a 2023 Lincoln SUV southbound on the Major Deegan Expressway was struck on the right rear quarter panel. She suffered a concussion and head injury but remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not detail any explicit driver errors. No pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users were involved. The crash left the driver injured and the SUV damaged. No further information on the second vehicle or its occupants was provided.
BMW SUV Tears Into Pedestrian’s Face On Broadway▸A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A BMW SUV struck a 64-year-old man crossing Broadway. The left bumper ripped his face open. He lay bleeding on the pavement, conscious, far from any crosswalk. The streetlights blinked. The city moved on. The wound marked the night.
A 64-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a BMW SUV near 5203 Broadway in the Bronx, according to the police report. The incident occurred at 21:58, with the SUV’s left front bumper tearing into the pedestrian’s face. The report states the man was crossing against the signal and was not at an intersection when the collision happened. The narrative describes him lying conscious and bleeding on the pavement, far from any crosswalk, as the streetlights blinked overhead. According to the police report, the vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The contributing factors for both the driver and the pedestrian are listed as 'Unspecified.' The focus remains on the devastating impact and the systemic danger present on city streets.
Bus Fails to Yield, Hits Elderly Pedestrian▸A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A bus struck an 81-year-old woman crossing Manhattan College Parkway. The driver failed to yield. The woman suffered bruises across her body. She was conscious at the scene. Systemic danger at the crosswalk remains.
According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Manhattan College Parkway made a right turn onto West 242 Street and struck an 81-year-old woman who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and bruises over her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites the bus driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian's lack of a signal is noted, but the primary cause is the driver's failure to yield. The victim was not ejected and sustained injury severity level 3.
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Harmful Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
- Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-10
Dinowitz Supports Speed Humps Opposes Safety Boosting Road Diets▸After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
After a hit-and-run injured a child, Bronx lawmakers called for speed humps and stop signs. They refused proven fixes like road diets and daylighting. Council Member Dinowitz claimed streets are too narrow for lane removal. DOT denied their request, citing low crash data.
On March 10, 2025, Council Member Eric Dinowitz and Assembly Member Jeffrey Dinowitz pressed the city for speed humps and four-way stop signs in Riverdale, following a hit-and-run that injured a 9-year-old girl. Their request, sent to the Department of Transportation before the crash, was denied due to low car volumes and insufficient crash history. The lawmakers, at a press conference, supported speed humps and stop signs but opposed road diets and universal daylighting. Eric Dinowitz argued, 'If you walked down any of these streets, they are far too narrow to narrow any more.' He also rejected citywide daylighting, insisting, 'Daylighting has to be done corner by corner.' The council member has criticized DOT’s safety efforts before, framing the agency as unresponsive. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
- Riverdale Pols Push for Some Street Safety, But Balk at More Serious Interventions, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-10
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 50-year-old woman crossing Henry Hudson Parkway was struck by a sedan traveling east. The impact fractured her head and caused dislocation injuries. The driver’s inattention and inexperience contributed to the collision at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Henry Hudson Parkway struck a 50-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing at an intersection without a signal or crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered head injuries including fractures and dislocations and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as driver inexperience, as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead when the collision occurred.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian at Bronx Crosswalk▸A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 27-year-old woman suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck her at a marked crosswalk in the Bronx. The driver, unlicensed and traveling westbound, had limited view obstructed by conditions. The pedestrian was crossing without signal.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of W 238 St and Fort Independence St in the Bronx at 8:13 PM. She was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a westbound sedan struck her at the center front end. The driver, a male operating a 2015 Nissan sedan, was unlicensed and traveling straight ahead. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor to the crash, affecting both the driver and the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors, specifically operating a vehicle without a license and impaired visibility conditions.
SUV U-Turn Strikes E-Bike Rider in Bronx▸A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured and ejected after an SUV made a U-turn and struck him in the Bronx. The collision caused abrasions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight in the Bronx near 5604 Broadway. A station wagon/SUV was making a U-turn traveling north when it collided with a northbound e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel and the e-bike's center front end. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain awareness during the U-turn maneuver. The e-bike rider was not wearing safety equipment, but no contributing factors from the victim were cited. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time.
Moped Driver Injured in Bronx Sedan Collision▸A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A moped driver was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow after a collision with a sedan in the Bronx. The crash occurred during a right turn by the sedan, with driver distraction and passing too closely cited as factors.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 17:50 near W 234 St in the Bronx. A moped traveling west was struck by a sedan also traveling west that was making a right turn. The moped driver, a 35-year-old male, was ejected and sustained a fractured, dislocated elbow. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The sedan driver’s failure to maintain proper attention and unsafe passing behavior led to the collision. The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and unsafe passing maneuvers in Bronx traffic.
E-Scooter Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A 71-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe leg fracture when an e-scooter traveling north at unsafe speed hit him head-on. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a violent impact at a Bronx intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near W 231 St in the Bronx at 13:40. A 71-year-old male pedestrian was crossing the intersection with the signal when he was struck by an e-scooter traveling northbound. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the e-scooter driver. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—that led to the violent collision, underscoring systemic dangers at this intersection.
Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash▸A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
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Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-02-25
A moped slammed into a minivan in Soundview. Two teens thrown. One died. The other survived. The driver stayed. Police probe who had the right of way. Another young life lost on Bronx streets.
Gothamist (2025-02-25) reports a fatal crash at Metcalf Avenue and East 172nd Street in the Bronx. A 17-year-old, Juan Alexander Quizhpi Naranjo, drove a moped with a 14-year-old passenger when they collided with a Honda Odyssey. Both were thrown from the moped. Quizhpi Naranjo died at Jacobi Hospital; the girl survived. The minivan driver, 42, remained at the scene and faced no charges. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad is still determining 'who had the right of way and whether a traffic violation played a role.' This marks the second traffic death this year in the 43rd Precinct, highlighting ongoing dangers for young road users.
- Bronx Teen Killed In Moped-Minivan Crash, Gothamist, Published 2025-02-25