Bronx Streets Bleed—City Stalls

A northbound SUV stopped in traffic struck the rear of a sedan also traveling north on Williamsbridge Road. The sedan’s 77-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:11 on Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx. A 2022 Chevrolet SUV was stopped in traffic when it rear-ended a 2013 Mazda sedan traveling in the same direction. The sedan’s driver, a 77-year-old woman, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the collision. The SUV struck the sedan at its center back end, causing damage to both vehicles. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing behaviors by the sedan driver. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699122, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

On Morris Park Avenue in the Bronx, a sedan driver making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way to an e-bike rider traveling southwest. The collision caused injury to the e-bike rider’s elbow and lower arm, leaving him conscious but with abrasions.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Morris Park Avenue in the Bronx at midnight. A sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling south and making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way to a male e-bike rider traveling southwest. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The e-bike rider, a 46-year-old man, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. Neither vehicle showed damage or points of impact, indicating a low-speed collision. The sedan driver was not cited for any other contributing factors. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield as the cause of the injury, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695312, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Kia SUV struck a parked Volkswagen sedan on Astor Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old woman, suffered whole-body injuries and lost consciousness. The impact damaged the left side doors of the sedan and right side doors of the SUV.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:58 on Astor Avenue in the Bronx. A Kia SUV traveling eastbound collided with a parked Volkswagen sedan. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old woman, was injured with whole-body trauma and lost consciousness. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness but suffered whiplash and was unconscious after the crash. The report lists "Lost Consciousness" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or other contributing factors. The Kia SUV was occupied by two people and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The parked sedan sustained damage to its left side doors, while the SUV’s right side doors were damaged. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694578, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn struck a bicyclist traveling north on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The 30-year-old cyclist suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. Driver failure to yield and inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:30 PM on White Plains Road near Bronxdale Avenue in the Bronx. A 2014 Mazda sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn when it collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old man, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' twice and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver failed to yield to the bicyclist and was distracted. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the center front end of the bike, causing injury to the cyclist and damage to the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694591, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles collided on Allerton Avenue, injuring both drivers and a toddler passenger. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV, with injuries including fractures and abrasions. Both drivers disregarded traffic controls and traveled at unsafe speeds, causing the impact.

According to the police report, at 17:46 on Allerton Avenue, a collision occurred between a 2023 Acura sedan traveling west and a 2018 Ford SUV traveling south. Both drivers were licensed men who were going straight ahead before impact. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers. The sedan carried a 2-year-old female passenger in the right rear seat who sustained abrasions to her face and was conscious. The sedan driver suffered a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. Both occupants were not ejected and used seat belts and harnesses, with the sedan’s airbag deployed. The crash caused damage to the right rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692592, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A BMW turned wrong into a Toyota on East Gun Hill Road. Steel tore steel. In the back seat, a 13-year-old boy’s hip shattered. The lap belt held him. He stayed awake. He screamed. Aggressive driving fueled the crash.

A crash on East Gun Hill Road near Allerton Avenue left a 13-year-old boy with a shattered hip. According to the police report, a BMW sedan turned improperly into a Toyota SUV. The impact tore through both vehicles. The boy, riding in the right rear seat, suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg. He remained conscious and was held in place by a lap belt. The police report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The boy was a passenger and played no role in the crash. The collision highlights the danger of driver error and aggressive maneuvers on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691556, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 49-year-old woman suffered back injuries in a Bronx crash. The driver was distracted. The impact occurred at Waters Place. The passenger was conscious but injured.

A 49-year-old female passenger was injured in a collision in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted, leading to the crash. The passenger, seated in the middle rear, sustained a back injury and an abrasion. The driver was making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No safety equipment usage was specified for the passenger. The driver was licensed and operating a sedan at the time of the incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690650, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped and SUV collided on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The 15-year-old moped passenger was ejected and suffered facial abrasions. Both drivers were distracted. The moped driver was unlicensed. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a moped and a sport utility vehicle on White Plains Road in the Bronx. The moped was traveling north with two occupants, including a 15-year-old passenger who was ejected during the crash. The passenger sustained facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, also traveling north, had one licensed driver. Both drivers were cited for driver inattention and distraction. The moped driver was unlicensed. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped and the left front bumper of the SUV. The report lists driver inattention/distraction as the contributing factors. No safety equipment was noted for the injured passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688421, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorscooter traveling northeast struck the left front bumper of a sedan making a left turn on White Plains Road. The scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, suffered bruises and full-body injuries. The sedan driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male motorscooter driver was injured when his vehicle collided with a sedan on White Plains Road near Rhinelander Avenue. The scooter driver was going straight northeast while the sedan was making a left turn southeast. The point of impact was the center front end of the scooter and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report lists contributing factors as "Other Vehicular" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way," indicating the sedan driver did not yield properly. The scooter driver sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. No safety equipment was noted for the scooter driver. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2015 vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687564, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 38-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on Vannest Avenue in the Bronx. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle struck her front center. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling west on Vannest Avenue struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. No other occupants were in the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The report does not mention any contributing factors related to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683354, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 58-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after colliding with a 2019 Jeep SUV making a right turn on Eastchester Road. The impact struck the bike’s front center and the SUV’s right front bumper. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old male bicyclist riding an e-bike northbound on Eastchester Road was injured when a 2019 Jeep SUV also traveling north made a right turn and struck the bike. The collision impacted the center front end of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683355, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 67-year-old man was hit by a sedan while near, but not in, the roadway on Paulding Avenue in the Bronx. The driver was distracted and inexperienced. The pedestrian suffered a facial injury and concussion. The sedan struck the front center of a parked van.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Paulding Avenue in the Bronx after being struck by a 2023 Tesla sedan. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of the crash but sustained a facial injury and concussion. The sedan was traveling south and collided with the front center of a parked Nissan van before hitting the pedestrian. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate. No mention was made of helmet use or signaling. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers near pedestrians, even when pedestrians are not in the roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682808, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorbike and sedan collided on Bronxwood Avenue. The motorbike driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The sedan was making a left turn. Both vehicles showed no damage. The motorbike driver was conscious and bruised. Following too closely caused the crash.

According to the police report, a motorbike and a sedan collided on Bronxwood Avenue in the Bronx. The motorbike driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan was making a left turn at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor for the motorbike driver. The sedan driver was unlicensed. Neither vehicle showed damage at the point of impact. The motorbike driver was the occupant injured in this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681546, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped rider was ejected and injured after an SUV struck the rear of his vehicle on Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx. The rider suffered abrasions and arm injuries. The SUV driver followed too closely, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Williamsbridge Road in the Bronx involving a moped and an SUV, both traveling north. The SUV struck the center back end of the moped. The moped driver, a 43-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680310, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A three-vehicle crash on Adee Avenue in the Bronx injured an 81-year-old front-seat passenger. The collision involved two sedans and a pick-up truck. The passenger suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Adee Avenue involving a 2017 Honda sedan, a 2010 Ford pick-up truck, and a 2004 Toyota sedan. The 81-year-old female front-seat passenger in the Honda was injured, sustaining facial injuries and shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor to the crash. The drivers were licensed and traveling straight or making a right turn before impact. The collision caused damage to the left front bumpers of the sedans and the center front end of the truck. No ejections were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677228, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 73-year-old man driving an SUV in the Bronx suffered a neck injury after a front-end collision. The driver remained conscious but was treated for whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Two occupants were in the vehicle at the time.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old male driver of a 2013 Toyota SUV was involved in a crash on Eastchester Road in the Bronx. The vehicle sustained front-end damage after the collision. The driver, who was one of two occupants, suffered a neck injury described as whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and was traveling straight ahead before impact. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to injury even without other vehicles or pedestrians involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677411, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 27-year-old woman was hit while crossing a marked crosswalk on Thwaites Place in the Bronx. The sedan was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on Thwaites Place in the Bronx struck a 27-year-old female pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was injured with contusions to her hip and upper leg and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle sustained no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677113, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old boy on a bike was struck by an SUV on Morris Park Avenue in the Bronx. The boy suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV hit the bike’s front center, damaging its bumper.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old bicyclist was injured when a 2007 Ford SUV failed to yield right-of-way and collided with him on Morris Park Avenue in the Bronx. The boy was riding north when the SUV, traveling east and passing, struck the bike’s center front end with its right front bumper. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error. The boy was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused damage to both vehicles at the point of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671162, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle making a U-turn struck a southbound moped on Boston Road in the Bronx. The moped driver, 24, was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a motorcycle was making a U-turn on Boston Road when it collided with a moped traveling straight south. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a serious head injury, rendering him unconscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The motorcycle sustained damage to its left side doors, and the moped was damaged at its center front end. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4668781, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 78-year-old man crossing Vannest Avenue was struck by a westbound motorcycle. The rider showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The motorcycle’s front center end took the impact.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Vannest Avenue struck a 78-year-old pedestrian crossing the street. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle’s center front end was the point of impact, indicating a direct collision. The pedestrian was at an intersection but no signal or crosswalk was noted. The driver was licensed and operating the motorcycle straight ahead. No victim fault or safety equipment is mentioned in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4667032, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15