Staten Island Bleeds—City Hall Shrugs

An SUV executing an unsafe lane change collided with a Staten Island bus, striking its right rear quarter panel. Three male passengers in the SUV suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash exposed critical driver errors amid vehicle movement on N Burgher Ave.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island's N Burgher Ave at 16:43. A 2015 Nissan SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking and performed an unsafe lane change, colliding with a 2022 Nova bus traveling northwest. The point of impact was the bus's right rear quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor. Three male occupants in the SUV, aged 38, 45, and 49, were injured with back injuries and complaints of whiplash. None were ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers or bus driver. This crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and the severe injuries passengers can suffer as a result.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789463, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a sedan traveling straight. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:25 on Wilcox Street near Bruckner Avenue. A 2015 SUV was making a left turn when it struck a 2022 sedan traveling westbound straight ahead. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old female occupant, sustained a head injury and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front end damage. The SUV driver was a licensed male from New York, and the sedan driver was a licensed female from New Jersey. The collision highlights critical driver errors involving inattention and yielding failures, with no victim fault indicated.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788490, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Davis Ave, Staten Island. The sedan’s left rear bumper collided with the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash, with obstruction or debris cited as contributing factors.

According to the police report, a sedan driven by a 34-year-old male traveling south on Davis Ave collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s left rear bumper and the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the sedan, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The injury severity was classified as moderate (3), and the driver remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies obstruction or debris as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error related to failure to navigate safely around hazards. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 51-year-old male bicyclist suffered a head contusion on Dixon Ave. The crash involved alcohol, according to the police report. The rider was conscious but injured, with no helmet worn and no vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 51-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Dixon Ave while traveling south. The bicyclist, who was the sole occupant and driver of the bike, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion or bruise. The report explicitly lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor in the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the incident. The bike sustained no damage, and the point of impact was recorded as 'Other.' No helmet or other safety equipment was used by the bicyclist, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. The crash occurred while the bicyclist was going straight ahead. The data highlights the role of alcohol in this crash, emphasizing driver impairment as a critical factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787967, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver struck a 56-year-old woman walking outside an intersection on Jewett Avenue. She suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, leaving her in shock. The crash exposed dangers of driver inattention and pedestrian confusion in shared spaces.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at 15:30 on Jewett Avenue after being struck by a vehicle traveling straight ahead. The 56-year-old female pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated upper leg and hip, resulting in shock. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted but does not mitigate the driver's responsibility. The pedestrian was outside an intersection at the time of impact. The vehicle involved was unspecified in type and had one occupant. This incident underscores the critical role of driver focus and the systemic dangers posed by distracted driving in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785843, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two passengers in an SUV suffered injuries in a crash on Caswell Avenue. The vehicle’s right front quarter panel was damaged. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts, sustaining bruises and whiplash in the impact.

According to the police report, a 2022 Hyundai SUV traveling west on Caswell Avenue collided with another vehicle traveling south. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel and bumper. Two passengers inside the SUV, a 45-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and a 12-year-old girl in the right rear seat, were injured but not ejected. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The woman suffered contusions to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, while the girl experienced whiplash and neck injuries. The report does not specify any contributing driver errors or factors leading to the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The injuries reflect the force of the impact on the vehicle’s occupants, highlighting the dangers inside vehicles during collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785451, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV traveling east collided with a parked sedan on Hillside Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s driver, a 41-year-old man, suffered a concussion and whole-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention as the cause, highlighting systemic risks in distracted driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:34 AM on Hillside Avenue in Staten Island. A 2016 SUV traveling east struck a 2002 sedan that was parked, impacting the sedan’s left side doors. The sedan’s driver, a 41-year-old man, was injured with a concussion and injuries to his entire body, and was reported semiconscious. The police report identifies "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, while the sedan was stationary. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving, which led to severe injury of the vulnerable occupant in the parked vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785505, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Mazda SUV turned left on Forest Avenue, its front end smashing into a 68-year-old man crossing in the marked walk. He fell, struck his head, and died alone in the cold morning. The driver failed to yield and paid no attention.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was crossing Forest Avenue at Raymond Place in the marked crosswalk when a Mazda SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. The report states the pedestrian suffered a fatal head injury and died at the scene. The driver’s actions are cited as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The narrative notes the man was crossing in the marked walk, emphasizing his lawful presence in the intersection. No contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The crash occurred in the early morning, leaving the victim unconscious and alone. The report centers the driver’s failure to yield and inattention as the primary causes of this fatal collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784160, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 18-year-old male pedestrian crossing Port Richmond Ave was struck by an SUV traveling north. The impact injured his entire body, causing shock and pain. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, complicating vehicle control and response.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a 2020 Hyundai SUV traveling north on Port Richmond Ave at 19:15. The pedestrian was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The vehicle struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper, sustaining damage to that area. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor, indicating hazardous road conditions that likely impaired the driver's ability to maintain control. No driver license issues were noted, but the environmental condition played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on the vehicle's interaction with the pedestrian and the slippery road surface.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782464, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling north collided head-to-back on Manor Road. Both drivers suffered moderate injuries, including abdominal bruising and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause. Both drivers were conscious and restrained at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:54 AM on Manor Road involving two northbound sedans. The first vehicle, a 2024 Nissan sedan driven by a 31-year-old female, sustained center front end damage. The second vehicle, a 1998 Nissan sedan driven by a 46-year-old male, was impacted at the center back end. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and remained conscious after the collision. Injuries reported include abdominal and pelvic contusions for the female driver and whiplash for the male driver, both classified as moderate severity. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782498, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two men suffered whiplash injuries in a Staten Island crash involving two sedans. The impact struck the left front bumpers as both vehicles traveled straight. Unsafe speed by one driver contributed to the violent collision and injuries.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Tompkins Avenue in Staten Island at midnight. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred at their left front bumpers. The driver of one sedan, an 18-year-old male, was cited for unsafe speed, a key contributing factor to the crash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and sustained whiplash injuries. A 44-year-old male passenger in the other sedan also suffered whiplash and a head injury. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicles. The report lists no contributing factors related to the victims. The crash demonstrates the dangers posed by excessive speed in multi-vehicle collisions, resulting in serious injuries to vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782492, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan tore down Goethals Road North, smashing into an SUV mid-turn. Steel twisted. A 30-year-old man took the impact headfirst, blood streaking the dash. He stayed conscious. The road stayed cold. Speed left its mark.

A violent crash unfolded on Goethals Road North near Western Avenue as a speeding sedan collided with a station wagon/SUV that was making a right turn, according to the police report. The report states, 'A speeding sedan slammed an SUV mid-turn. Steel crumpled.' The impact left a 30-year-old male occupant with severe head lacerations; he remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was traveling straight ahead, while the SUV was turning, and the crash resulted in significant damage to both vehicles. The injured man was not wearing a seatbelt, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash itself. The focus remains on the excessive speed of the sedan, which led to the violent collision and serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782462, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 28-year-old man crossing Manor Road away from an intersection was struck by a northbound sedan. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with bruises and lower leg injuries. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Manor Road in Staten Island at 12:46 PM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The driver, operating a 2023 Infiniti sedan traveling northbound and going straight ahead, impacted the pedestrian with the right front bumper. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving even when pedestrians are outside marked crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780353, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver behind the wheel of an SUV struck a stopped sedan on Tompkins Avenue, Staten Island. The collision caused back injuries to the SUV driver, who remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:24 on Tompkins Avenue, Staten Island. A 42-year-old male driver operating a 2011 SUV traveling north collided with a 2006 sedan stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the sedan. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver was injured, suffering a back contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. He was restrained by a lap belt at the time of the collision. The sedan driver was also male and licensed but no injuries were reported. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the front of the SUV and the rear of the sedan, indicating a rear-end collision caused by the distracted SUV driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779623, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Staten Island SUV driver lost consciousness while traveling east on Forest Ave, colliding with a parked SUV. The driver suffered a head contusion but was conscious and restrained. Prescription medication contributed to the loss of consciousness and crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:40 on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The driver, a 56-year-old male occupant of a 2019 Buick SUV, was traveling eastbound when he lost consciousness due to prescription medication. This loss of consciousness caused the vehicle to collide with a parked 2012 Dodge SUV, impacting the left front bumper of the moving vehicle and the right front bumper of the parked vehicle. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Prescription Medication' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors to the crash, highlighting driver incapacitation as the primary cause. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779428, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.

According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778117, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south struck the right rear bumper of a parked garbage truck. The sedan’s 27-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and was semiconscious with complaints of pain and nausea. Police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver.

According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman was going straight ahead southbound when it collided with the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck. The garbage truck was stationary before impact. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the truck to its right rear bumper. The sedan driver, who was not wearing any safety equipment, suffered head injuries and was semiconscious, reporting pain and nausea. The report cites unspecified contributing factors related to the sedan driver but does not specify pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The collision highlights dangers posed by vehicle driver errors in urban environments, particularly rear-end impacts involving parked trucks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778115, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The crash involved one driver making a left turn and another going straight, with unspecified contributing factors noted.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:09 on Forest Ave involving two sedans. One vehicle, a 2019 Honda traveling southwest, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda traveling west, was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, causing damage to the left front bumper of the westbound sedan and the right front bumper of the turning sedan. A 79-year-old male driver, the occupant of one vehicle, sustained head injuries and whiplash and was not ejected. Safety equipment deployed included an airbag and lap belt. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, highlighting driver errors without further detail. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778105, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 17-year-old girl suffered head injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her outside a crosswalk on Gordon Street. The vehicle’s right front bumper hit her, causing contusions and bruises. The driver was licensed; contributing factors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Gordon Street in Staten Island struck a 17-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The impact occurred at the vehicle’s right front bumper, damaging the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed male from New York, was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no direct driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The pedestrian was injured outside an intersection, highlighting the dangers posed by vehicle movements in areas without crosswalks or signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777896, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 51-year-old woman suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck. The driver’s inattention and failure to yield caused the collision at a Staten Island intersection.

According to the police report, at 7:38 PM on Staten Island’s Fingerboard Road, a 51-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal at an intersection. The driver of a 2024 Nissan SUV was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and experienced whiplash and shock. The vehicle’s point of impact was the right front bumper, and no vehicle damage was recorded. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s errors—failure to yield and distraction—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4777894, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15