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A sedan struck an e-scooter on Grand Central Parkway near Jewel Avenue. The scooter rider, a 53-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cited driver inattention. Both vehicles were heading north. The road became a scene of pain.

A crash on Grand Central Parkway at Jewel Avenue involved a sedan and an e-scooter, both traveling north. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. The e-scooter rider, a 53-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The sedan driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. The report notes the e-scooter rider wore a helmet, but only after citing driver error. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815261, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two cars collided on Northern Blvd. The sedan struck the back of the SUV. Four people were hurt. Injuries hit neck, chest, and arm. Police blamed following too closely and driver distraction. Metal crumpled. Whiplash and pain lingered in Queens.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Northern Blvd near Seaver Way in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan hit the rear of the SUV while both traveled west. Four occupants suffered injuries: neck, chest, and arm wounds, with two reporting whiplash. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was slowing or stopping when struck. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left metal bent and people hurt, all due to driver errors behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812057, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal crumpled on the Grand Central Parkway exit. A 55-year-old man, behind the wheel of an SUV, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Sirens echoed as traffic thickened. The driver remained conscious, pain sharp and immediate.

A crash occurred on the Grand Central Parkway Exit 9 in Queens involving a 2024 Mitsubishi SUV. According to the police report, the driver, a 55-year-old man, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious at the scene. The vehicle suffered damage to the center back end. The report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved, and no helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of vehicle occupants even in the absence of clear driver mistakes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan’s left front bumper crumples on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 61-year-old woman, sits rigid behind the wheel, clutching her neck. Her seatbelt restrains her. Night air hangs silent as shock clouds her eyes.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling eastbound on Grand Central Parkway struck another vehicle while merging. The driver, a 61-year-old woman, suffered a neck injury and showed signs of shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both vehicles, and 'Following Too Closely' for the injured driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the impact. No other injuries were reported. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804959, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans crashed head-on on Meadow Lake Drive. The 58-year-old male driver suffered injuries and incoherence. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed as causes. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the afternoon collision.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Meadow Lake Drive around 3 p.m. The 58-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured and became incoherent after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of one sedan and the right front quarter panel of the other, indicating a significant front-side collision. The injured driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798524, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan changing lanes on the Long Island Expressway struck an occupant inside, causing a severe head injury. The passenger was unconscious with bruising, suffering from the driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The impact damaged the car’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:25 AM on the Long Island Expressway. A 27-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of a 2015 BMW sedan was injured when the driver changed lanes. The report cites the driver’s 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. The passenger sustained a head injury, was unconscious, and suffered contusions and bruising. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. No other contributing factors related to the passenger’s behavior were noted. The injury severity was classified as serious, highlighting the dangers of sudden driver maneuvers even inside the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796004, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on the Grand Central Parkway Exit 9 eastbound at 9:53 a.m. A six-year-old passenger suffered a neck contusion. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause, with impact on the right front quarter panel and center front end.

According to the police report, at 9:53 a.m., two sedans collided on the Grand Central Parkway Exit 9 eastbound. One vehicle, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling west, was struck on the right front quarter panel, damaging its right side doors. The other, a 2024 Nissan sedan, was making a left turn and impacted with its center front end. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. A six-year-old male occupant in the BMW, seated in the right rear passenger position and secured with a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck contusion and was conscious after the crash. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The collision highlights driver error in yielding, leading to injuries among vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793086, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped SUV on Grand Central Parkway. The impact caused upper arm injuries and whiplash to the driver of the struck vehicle. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred in traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:50 on Grand Central Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. One SUV was stopped in traffic when it was struck in the center back end by another SUV traveling straight ahead. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 46-year-old woman, sustained upper arm injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The driver of the striking vehicle failed to maintain attention, leading to the rear-end impact. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing factors from the injured driver. The collision highlights the danger of distracted driving in congested traffic conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789125, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.

A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776236, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775909, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan traveling southeast on Van Wyck Expressway suffered a tire failure, causing a front-end collision. The 45-year-old male driver sustained a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash highlights vehicle maintenance failures as a critical danger on city roads.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver operating a 2005 BMW sedan on Van Wyck Expressway experienced a tire failure, identified as "Tire Failure/Inadequate," which led to a crash at 1:10 AM. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead when it impacted with its center front end. The driver, who was the sole occupant and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, suffered a contusion to the hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly cites the tire failure as the primary contributing factor, underscoring a critical vehicle maintenance issue. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by inadequate vehicle upkeep on New York City roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773944, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck traveling north rear-ended a sedan merging on Jewel Avenue in Queens. The sedan’s left rear quarter panel was struck. A rear passenger in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and unsafe lane changing caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Jewel Avenue near Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. A box truck traveling straight ahead struck the center back end of a sedan that was merging northbound. The sedan sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. A 49-year-old male rear passenger in the sedan, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with neck trauma and complained of whiplash. The passenger was conscious and not ejected. The box truck showed no damage. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and unsafe merging maneuvers in multi-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773392, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorcycle traveling west struck the right rear bumper of a sedan changing lanes eastbound on the G.C.P / L.I.E. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage.

According to the police report, at 10:45 a.m. on the G.C.P / L.I.E., a motorcycle traveling westbound collided with the right rear bumper of a sedan that was changing lanes eastbound. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male occupant, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan driver was also male and licensed in New York. The point of impact was the motorcycle's left front bumper and the sedan's right rear bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors but notes the sedan was changing lanes at the time of the crash, indicating a driver error related to lane change maneuvers. No victim behaviors or helmet use were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771613, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A van traveling west struck a sedan merging westbound on Northern Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries to limbs and experienced shock. The collision damaged the front quarter panels of both vehicles, highlighting risks in merging maneuvers.

According to the police report, at 16:50 on Northern Boulevard in Queens, a 2013 Chevrolet van traveling straight west collided with a 2017 Toyota sedan merging westbound. The van's right front bumper impacted the sedan's left front bumper, damaging both vehicles' front quarter panels. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock. A 41-year-old female passenger in the sedan also suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand and was in shock. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and complained of pain or nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both drivers but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim errors. The crash underscores the dangers inherent in merging maneuvers and driver errors related to vehicle positioning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769107, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A speeding sedan struck the rear of a southbound SUV on Van Wyck Expressway. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck injuries with whiplash. The crash unfolded at 6:20 p.m., highlighting the dangers of unsafe speed on city roadways.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Van Wyck Expressway at 18:20. A sedan, traveling southbound, rear-ended a southbound SUV at the center back end of the SUV. The contributing factor cited was 'Unsafe Speed.' The collision injured three occupants: the sedan driver, a front passenger, and a rear passenger. All three sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and were conscious at the scene. Each occupant wore lap belts and harnesses and was not ejected from their vehicles. The report explicitly notes the driver error of unsafe speed leading to the rear-end collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by speeding drivers on city expressways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769438, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway, injuring six occupants. Drivers and passengers suffered shoulder, neck, and leg injuries. The crash involved driver inexperience and distraction, causing shock and pain among those inside the vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Central Parkway at 11:00. Two sedans traveling straight ahead collided, both sustaining center back end damage. The report cites driver inexperience and driver inattention/distraction as contributing factors for all involved drivers. Six occupants were injured, including drivers and passengers aged 22 to 67. Injuries included upper arm, neck, and lower leg trauma, with several victims experiencing shock and complaints of pain. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and none were ejected. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inexperience and distraction—as the cause of the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764461, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear driver, distracted, failed to stop in time. The front driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained. Impact damaged center rear and front ends of the vehicles.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway collided at 8:00 a.m. The rear vehicle, a 2008 Toyota driven by a licensed male from New Jersey, was slowing or stopping when it struck the center back end of the front vehicle, a 2018 BMW driven by a licensed female from New York. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating the rear driver failed to maintain attention. The front driver, a 32-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the center back end of the rear vehicle and the center front end of the front vehicle, confirming a rear-end collision caused by driver distraction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4760026, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 25-year-old motorcyclist suffered shoulder abrasions after a collision on Van Wyck Expressway. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver distraction. The motorcyclist was helmeted and conscious, sustaining moderate injuries without ejection.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 12:40 a.m. on Van Wyck Expressway involving a motorcycle and a sedan both traveling north. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old male wearing a helmet, was injured with abrasions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the motorcyclist. The sedan showed no damage and had no point of impact, suggesting the motorcycle struck the sedan's right front bumper and quarter panel. The motorcyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle, and the sedan had one licensed male driver. The injuries and crash dynamics highlight the dangers of improper lane changes and distracted driving on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758532, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Van Wyck Expressway in the early morning hours. The driver of one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and other vehicular errors as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:49 AM on Van Wyck Expressway involving two sedans. The driver of one sedan, a 46-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing to the collision. Vehicle damage included a demolished overturned sedan and damage to the left front quarter panel of the other sedan. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the injured driver’s behavior. The focus remains on driver errors that led to the crash and subsequent injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755871, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 33-year-old male motorcyclist was ejected and injured on Grand Central Parkway late at night. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider wore a helmet but suffered abrasions and whole-body injuries in the impact.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male motorcyclist driving westbound on Grand Central Parkway was involved in a crash at 11:40 p.m. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including abrasions. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, which is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The motorcycle was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred at an unspecified point on the vehicle. The driver was conscious after the crash but suffered injury severity level 3. Vehicle damage was recorded as 'Other.' This incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction and excessive speed on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748023, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14