Staten Island Bleeds While Leaders Stall

Apr 14 - An SUV slammed into the rear of a sedan on Staten Island Expressway. Both vehicle occupants suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed as the primary causes. The crash left two conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, at 2:45 AM on Staten Island Expressway, a 2021 Jeep SUV traveling west struck the center back end of a sedan also heading west. The SUV driver, a licensed female from New York, was following too closely and driving at an unsafe speed, contributing to the collision. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash to both occupants of the SUV, a 50-year-old female driver and a 28-year-old female passenger, both conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The sedan was unoccupied at the time. The report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as driver errors, highlighting the systemic danger of tailgating and excessive speed on this stretch of highway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717880 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 12 - A 15-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a 2022 Kia SUV on Midland Avenue. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with a 2022 Kia SUV traveling west on Midland Avenue at 11:30 p.m. The SUV driver was going straight ahead when the vehicle’s center front end struck the bicyclist’s center back end. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist, who was unlicensed and not wearing safety equipment, sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report highlights the driver’s failure to maintain attention as the cause of the crash, focusing on systemic danger posed by distracted driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716958 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 10 - A 15-year-old girl suffered head injuries and abrasions when two sedans collided on Mapleton Avenue. Police cite failure to yield and driver inattention as causes. The teen was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Mapleton Avenue near Freeborn Street in Staten Island at 4 p.m. One sedan, traveling west, struck a parked sedan. Another sedan, traveling south, was also involved. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. A 15-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering head trauma and abrasions. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's actions. Driver errors, specifically failure to yield and inattention, led to the crash and the teen's injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716479 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 9 - Two sedans traveling westbound on the Staten Island Expressway collided in a rear-end crash. The female driver of the newer sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling westbound on the Staten Island Expressway when they collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the BMW and the center back end of the Hyundai. The female driver of the 2023 Hyundai sedan, age 37, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The police report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. Both drivers were licensed, and no other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles, underscoring the dangers of speeding on this roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716710 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 8 - A 29-year-old man suffered a severe back injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver, traveling east on Victory Boulevard, failed to pay attention, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Victory Boulevard struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back injury and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were indicated. This crash highlights the deadly consequences of distracted driving in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717450 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 5 - Two SUVs collided eastbound on Staten Island Expressway. The front passenger in one SUV suffered a fractured knee and dislocation. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and serious injury.

According to the police report, two SUVs traveling eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway collided. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of one SUV striking the right front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 44-year-old male front passenger in one of the SUVs was injured, sustaining a fractured, distorted, and dislocated knee-lower leg-foot injury. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage to the right rear bumper of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716124 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 1 - Three SUVs crashed westbound. Driver distraction struck hard. A 55-year-old man suffered a head injury and concussion. Metal twisted. The highway became a danger zone for anyone in the path.

According to the police report, three Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided while traveling west on the Staten Island Expressway. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the cause for multiple drivers. A 55-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a concussion and head injury. He was not ejected and stayed conscious. The vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, pointing to rear-end impacts. No other contributing factors were listed. The crash shows the risk posed by distracted drivers on high-speed city roads.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713985 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 30 - A motorcycle rider was thrown from his bike on Hylan Boulevard. He hit the street hard, suffering leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention. The crash left the rider conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, a crash on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island involved a motorcycle and an SUV, both heading south. The 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions. Police listed driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The report notes the rider was not wearing safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. Both vehicles showed no damage except for the motorcycle’s right front quarter panel. The rider remained conscious after the crash. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a factor, focusing on driver inattention as the cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 28 - A 63-year-old man driving a sedan lost consciousness and crashed into a parked vehicle on Nome Avenue. The impact damaged both cars’ left sides. The driver suffered head injuries and was unconscious at the scene, restrained by lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:15 on Nome Avenue when the 63-year-old male driver of a 2013 Nissan sedan lost consciousness while driving southwest. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked 2020 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle, causing damage to both cars. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. He sustained head injuries and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a critical driver medical emergency led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713098 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - Two SUVs and a sedan collided on Forest Hill Road. The crash caused severe injuries to a 19-year-old male driver, who suffered full-body trauma and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Forest Hill Road involving two Station Wagons/SUVs and a sedan. Both SUVs were traveling north; one was making a left turn while the other was stopped in traffic. The sedan was also stopped in traffic. The point of impact included the center front end of the sedan and the left and right front bumpers of the SUVs. The 19-year-old male driver, an occupant of one SUV, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in traffic conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714016 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - A flatbed truck barreled down Richmond Road. It hit parked cars. Two drivers hurt. Police blame unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Shock followed. Streets left scarred.

According to the police report, a flatbed truck traveling east on Richmond Road in Staten Island crashed into several parked vehicles near Seaview Avenue at 14:50. The 27-year-old male truck driver suffered whole-body injuries and shock. A 38-year-old female driver was also injured and experienced shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The truck struck multiple parked cars, including a Honda sedan and a GMC pickup, damaging their front ends. The impact points were mainly on the left front bumper of the flatbed and the front ends of the parked vehicles. The police report attributes the crash to driver error involving unsafe speed. No contributing factors are listed for the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713062 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

Mar 26 - Two sedans crashed head-on on Todt Hill Road in Staten Island. Both female drivers suffered chest contusions. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Airbags deployed and lap belts restrained both drivers, preventing ejections.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:45 on Todt Hill Road, Staten Island, involving two sedans traveling in opposite directions. Both drivers, women aged 27 and 62, were injured with chest contusions and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. Each vehicle sustained front-end damage, with impacts on the left front bumpers. Both drivers were properly restrained with lap belts and airbags deployed, preventing ejections. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behavior contributing to the crash. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to head-on impacts on city roads.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712818 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 25 - An SUV rear-ended a stopped sedan on Richmond Avenue. The sedan driver, 43, suffered back bruises. Police blame driver inattention. Multiple southbound vehicles tangled in the crash.

According to the police report, a southbound SUV struck a sedan stopped in traffic on Richmond Avenue at 15:35. The sedan’s 43-year-old male driver suffered back contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. The crash involved multiple vehicles traveling south. The SUV’s failure to pay attention led to the rear-end collision and injuries. No victim actions contributed to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712392 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 24 - Two sedans collided head-to-tail on the West Shore Expressway. The lead driver, a 68-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were traveling northbound.

According to the police report, at 14:11 on the West Shore Expressway, two sedans traveling northbound collided in a rear-end crash. The lead vehicle, a 2014 Kia sedan driven by a 68-year-old licensed female driver, sustained center front-end damage. The trailing vehicle, a 2012 Toyota sedan, hit the lead car's center back end. The lead driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors for the crash. Both drivers were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused shock and bodily injury to the lead driver, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and insufficient following distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 23 - A 57-year-old male driver suffered a head abrasion and shock after his sedan collided on Richmond Avenue. The police report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, at 10:26 a.m., a 57-year-old male driver operating a 2017 Honda sedan traveling north on Richmond Avenue was involved in a crash. The vehicle's left front bumper and center front end sustained damage. The driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. The crash highlights the dangers posed by road conditions affecting vehicle control.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712046 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 22 - A sedan slammed into a stopped car on Richmond Avenue. The front passenger took the hit, suffering neck injuries. Police blame driver inattention. The crash left one woman hurt, shaken, but conscious.

According to the police report, a northbound sedan struck the rear of another sedan stopped in traffic on Richmond Avenue near Signs Road. The impact hit the center back end of the stopped car. A 36-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. She was conscious after the crash and wore a lap belt. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. No other contributing factors involving the passenger were reported. The collision shows the risk posed by distracted drivers to vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711909 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

Mar 15 - Sedan and SUV collided head-on in Staten Island. Sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. Both drivers were alone. Impact was severe and sudden.

According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on the Staten Island Expressway just after midnight. Both vehicles were traveling east when they collided, with the sedan's front and the SUV's left front bumper taking the brunt. The sedan driver, a 54-year-old man, was injured with back trauma and whiplash. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Both drivers were alone and moving straight ahead before the crash. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711210 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 14 - SUV turned left, struck by truck on Hylan Boulevard. Impact crushed right side. Eleven-year-old boy in front seat suffered neck bruise. Driver distracted, turned wrong. Child conscious, not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2023 Kia SUV made a left turn on Hylan Boulevard and was struck by a northbound 2022 Chevrolet truck. The SUV’s right front quarter panel and doors took the hit. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Turning Improperly" as driver errors. An 11-year-old boy, riding in the front seat with a lap belt and harness, suffered a neck contusion and bruising. He was conscious and not ejected. No contributing factors are attributed to the child. The crash underscores the danger of improper turns and distracted driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710219 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19