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A moving SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a parked SUV on South Railroad Avenue. The driver of the parked vehicle suffered a concussion and head injury. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the collision.

According to the police report, at 22:07 on South Railroad Avenue in Staten Island, a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling east struck the right rear quarter panel of a 2019 Ford SUV that was parked. The impact damaged the right side doors of the parked vehicle. The driver of the parked SUV, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a concussion and head trauma but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving even in low-speed scenarios involving parked vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700989, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed at Rockne Street, injuring three occupants. Drivers disregarded traffic control, causing a violent impact. Injuries included facial contusions, whiplash, and internal back trauma. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage amid chaotic collision dynamics.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on Rockne Street involving two sedans traveling west and south. The driver of the BMW sedan was going straight ahead, while the Infiniti sedan was making a left turn. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. Three occupants were injured: a 17-year-old male driver of the BMW with facial contusions, a 17-year-old male passenger with internal back injuries, and a 50-year-old female driver of the Infiniti with whiplash. All occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The collision impact points were the center front end of the BMW and the left front bumper of the Infiniti, causing significant vehicle damage. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700447, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north collided with a parked sedan on Woolley Avenue. The driver suffered elbow and lower arm contusions. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Airbag deployed; driver remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, at 3:40 AM on Woolley Avenue, a 31-year-old male driver in a 2015 Toyota sedan traveling north struck a parked 2021 Hyundai sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle and the left side doors of the parked vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to the elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, with an injury severity level of 3. The airbag deployed during the crash, and the driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision, highlighting driver error as central to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699831, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a slowing chassis cab truck on Gulf Avenue. The SUV passenger, a 35-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash was caused by driver inattention and distraction, according to the police report.

At 9:42 AM on Gulf Avenue, a 2022 Jeep SUV traveling south rear-ended a slowing 2016 chassis cab truck also heading south. According to the police report, the SUV driver was inattentive and distracted, leading to the collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the truck. The SUV carried two occupants; a 35-year-old male passenger seated in the middle front seat sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in rear-end collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697229, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 76-year-old female driver suffered injuries and shock after an SUV struck parked vehicles on Richmond Avenue. Police cite driver inexperience and alcohol involvement as contributing factors. The impact damaged left side doors of two parked cars.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM near 2975 Richmond Avenue. A 76-year-old female driver, licensed in New York, was injured and experienced shock. The report identifies driver inexperience and alcohol involvement as contributing factors to the collision. The SUV, traveling south, impacted the left side doors of two parked vehicles—a Kia SUV and a Nissan sedan—causing damage to their left side doors. The injured driver was not ejected from her vehicle. The report highlights driver errors including inexperience and alcohol involvement, which led to the collision with stationary vehicles. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697351, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old female driver suffered a concussion and head injury after a collision involving multiple parked vehicles. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction led to the crash, causing significant front-end damage to her sedan.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 involving a 29-year-old female driver who sustained a concussion and head injury. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The collision involved a sedan traveling southeast and multiple parked vehicles, including a station wagon/SUV and other sedans, which sustained damage primarily to their right rear quarter panels and front ends. The injured driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage with impact on the right front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury even without pedestrian or cyclist involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695843, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver collided with another vehicle on Richmond Avenue. The impact injured a 41-year-old male driver, causing knee and lower leg contusions. The crash involved a left-turning sedan and a northbound SUV on slippery pavement.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:26 AM on Richmond Avenue involving two vehicles: a 2016 sedan making a left turn and a 2020 SUV traveling straight north. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The 41-year-old male driver of the SUV was injured, sustaining contusions to his knee and lower leg. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash, along with slippery pavement conditions. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan driver was licensed and female, while the SUV driver was male and licensed. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and adverse road conditions in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694607, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three SUVs collided northbound on West Shore Expressway. Following too closely caused a rear-end impact. A 35-year-old female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, restrained by lap belt and harness. Vehicle damage centered on front and rear ends.

According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision involving three SUVs occurred on the West Shore Expressway around 2 p.m. All vehicles were traveling northbound. The primary contributing factor cited was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact points included the center front ends of two SUVs and the center back end of the third. A 35-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash while restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report notes vehicle damage concentrated on the right front bumper and center front and back ends. Driver errors focused on maintaining unsafe following distances, leading to the multi-vehicle crash. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694596, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A chain reaction crash involving multiple sedans and a tow truck struck on Mulberry Avenue. Slippery pavement caused loss of control. A 20-year-old driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Airbags deployed amid front-end impacts. No ejections reported.

According to the police report, a multi-vehicle collision occurred on Mulberry Avenue at 6:50 AM involving several sedans and a tow truck. The report highlights 'Pavement Slippery' as the primary contributing factor repeated multiple times, indicating hazardous road conditions led to loss of vehicle control. The 20-year-old male driver, an occupant of one sedan, sustained neck injuries and was in shock. His airbag deployed, and he was not ejected from the vehicle. The vehicles involved showed center front-end damage, consistent with a chain reaction crash. The tow truck was noted as 'Passing' before impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, but the slippery pavement was a systemic danger that precipitated the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695743, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 45-year-old man suffered neck injuries and whiplash in a solo crash on Staten Island Expressway. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the collision. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Staten Island Expressway at 7:15 a.m. The driver, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The vehicle involved was a 2013 Volkswagen sedan traveling west, initially parked before the crash. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The point of impact and vehicle damage were noted as 'Other,' indicating a non-specific collision area. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to injury even without collisions involving other road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694139, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 21-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and whiplash after her 2023 Chevrolet sedan overturned on Richmond Avenue. Police cite unsafe speed as the cause. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt during the violent crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:03 a.m. near 1855 Richmond Avenue involving a 2023 Chevrolet sedan traveling north. The vehicle overturned and was demolished on impact. The driver, a 21-year-old female occupant, sustained head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. She was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured or involved. The driver held a valid New York license and was going straight ahead before the crash. The overturned sedan and severe damage highlight the dangers of excessive speed on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692171, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An EMS bus and an SUV collided at Victory Boulevard. The SUV driver and front passenger suffered neck and shoulder injuries. Police cite driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicle occupants were restrained and experienced shock from the impact.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Victory Boulevard involving a 2017 EMS bus traveling east and a 2020 SUV traveling north. The EMS bus sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel, while the SUV was damaged at its center front end. The SUV driver, a 61-year-old female, and her 20-year-old female front passenger were injured, suffering neck and upper arm injuries respectively. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and were not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV driver experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea, while the passenger reported whiplash. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to victim behavior, focusing instead on driver error and distraction as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692215, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling east collided front to front on Victory Boulevard. Both drivers were women, each alone in their vehicle. One driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was treated for contusions and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, two sedans, both traveling eastbound on Victory Boulevard, collided head-on at 16:20. Each vehicle had a single female driver, both licensed in New York. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, causing significant damage. One driver, age 49, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of head-on collisions even on straight travel paths.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692205, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A crash on Richmond Road injured six occupants. The impact was severe. Passengers suffered concussions and fractures. The driver was among the injured. Aggressive driving was a factor.

On December 30, 2023, a crash occurred on Richmond Road in Staten Island, injuring six occupants. According to the police report, the incident involved a station wagon and a sedan. The injuries included concussions and fractures among passengers. The driver and passengers were all conscious but sustained serious injuries. The police report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors were detailed, but the nature of the crash suggests reckless behavior. All occupants were wearing safety equipment, including lap belts and child restraints.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691570, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A crash on Staten Island Expressway left two men injured. Both suffered neck injuries. Alcohol involvement and unsafe speed contributed to the collision. The drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead when they collided.

Two occupants were injured in a crash on the Staten Island Expressway. A 39-year-old male driver and a 27-year-old male passenger both sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed.' Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead when their vehicles collided. The impact occurred at the center front end and center back end of the sedans involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691902, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 82-year-old woman was struck by a SUV. She suffered a knee injury. The driver was distracted. The impact was severe. The street was not an intersection.

A pedestrian, 82, was injured when a 2010 Dodge SUV struck her while she was on Richmond Avenue. According to the police report, the driver was distracted, leading to the collision. The woman sustained a contusion and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred. The report highlights 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690586, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on Richmond Avenue. The front passenger suffered elbow and lower arm injuries and whiplash. The driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact damaged the front of the moving car and rear of the parked vehicle.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Richmond Avenue collided with a parked sedan. The front passenger, an 18-year-old male, was injured with elbow and lower arm trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The moving vehicle sustained center front-end damage, while the parked car was hit on its right rear quarter panel. No ejections occurred. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and inexperience behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688357, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan turning right collided head-on with an SUV going straight on Richmond Hill Road. Two elderly women inside the sedan suffered serious injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, a 2014 Chevrolet sedan making a right turn struck a 2021 Nissan SUV traveling westbound straight ahead on Richmond Hill Road. The sedan carried two occupants: an 85-year-old female driver and an 88-year-old female front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining head and full-body injuries respectively, with abrasions and contusions reported. Both occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The SUV had one male occupant. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687111, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pick-up truck struck a sedan stopped in traffic on Hylan Boulevard. The sedan’s driver, a 55-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but was conscious and restrained. Alcohol involvement was noted. The impact hit the sedan’s center back end.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling north rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island. The sedan’s 55-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining head abrasions but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The pick-up truck was stopped in traffic before the collision, indicating a failure to maintain safe distance or attention. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686950, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 4-year-old boy was struck while crossing Capodanno Boulevard. The SUV driver was distracted and failed to notice the child. The boy suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a 4-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Capodanno Boulevard in Staten Island. The child was crossing outside a crosswalk when a 2020 GMC SUV traveling south struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The driver, a licensed female, was distracted and inattentive, which contributed to the crash. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686648, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15