Staten Island Streets: Blood in the Crosswalk, Silence in City Hall

A distracted driver struck a moving SUV on Amboy Road, Staten Island, injuring the 18-year-old driver. The collision caused head injuries and whiplash. The victim was restrained and conscious, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention on city streets.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Amboy Road in Staten Island around 12:45 a.m. The collision involved multiple SUVs, with the primary impact on the right front bumper of a moving 2023 Honda SUV driven by an 18-year-old male occupant. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The injured driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Several other SUVs were parked nearby, with damage noted on their left rear quarter panels and center back end, indicating the moving vehicle struck parked cars. The report explicitly points to driver distraction as the cause, emphasizing systemic risks from inattentive driving rather than victim fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779319, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 84-year-old man was struck and killed by a southbound Buick on Amboy Road. The car hit him head-on. He died under Florida plates, the sky darkening, his body broken. Police cite driver inattention. The street claimed another life.

An 84-year-old pedestrian was killed on Amboy Road near Fisher Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the man stepped into the street outside the crosswalk and was struck head-on by a southbound Buick sedan with Florida plates. The report states he died at the scene, his body broken as darkness fell. Police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash, placing responsibility on the driver’s failure to notice the pedestrian. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, confirming a direct collision. The report notes the pedestrian was 'crossing, no signal, or crosswalk,' but only after citing driver inattention. No additional victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The fatal crash underscores the deadly consequences of driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778585, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An unlicensed e-bike rider lost control on Richmond Valley Rd. The slippery pavement caused a crash, resulting in upper arm injuries and abrasions. The rider remained conscious but suffered serious harm in the solo collision.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old female e-bike driver was injured at 16:57 on Richmond Valley Rd. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor to the crash. The rider was unlicensed and traveling west, going straight ahead before the impact. She was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. Injuries included abrasions and upper arm trauma, with an injury severity rated at 3. The report does not indicate any other vehicles involved or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The primary cause identified was the hazardous road condition combined with the driver's unlicensed status, highlighting systemic risks in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver failed to yield right-of-way, crashing a sedan’s left side into an SUV’s front on Staten Island. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Oakdale Street near Beach Road in Staten Island at 12:39 PM. The collision involved a 2023 Hyundai sedan traveling east and a 2021 GMC SUV traveling south. The SUV struck the sedan on its left side doors with its center front end. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old male occupant, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, indicating the sedan driver’s errors led to the impact. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The focus is on the sedan driver’s failure to yield and distraction as the primary causes of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778478, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 72-year-old woman driving east on Drumgoole Rd E suffered whole-body injuries and whiplash after a crash. Police cite her physical disability as a contributing factor. The sedan's right front quarter panel was damaged in the impact.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old female driver with a physical disability was involved in a crash on Drumgoole Rd E in Staten Island at 3:00 PM. She was the sole occupant of a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred, damaging the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained injuries to her entire body and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor, indicating it played a role in the crash circumstances. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778625, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan cut left on Arden Avenue. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. Blood pooled. The young man’s face split wide. Streetlights flickered. No one yielded. Driver inattention and failure to yield carved pain into the night.

A violent collision unfolded on Arden Avenue near Stafford Avenue in Staten Island when a sedan, according to the police report, 'turned left' while an e-bike 'kept straight.' The crash left a 20-year-old male e-bike rider with severe lacerations to his face. The police report states the driver of the sedan failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. The report notes, 'No one yielded.' The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, but helmet use is not listed as a contributing factor. The impact struck the right side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as documented in the official report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4776144, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pick-up truck making a left turn struck an SUV traveling straight on Tyrellan Avenue. The SUV driver, a 43-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained right front bumper damage in the afternoon crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Tyrellan Avenue near Veterans Road West in Staten Island at 2 p.m. A 2020 Dodge pick-up truck, traveling south and making a left turn, collided with a northbound 2020 Mercedes SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the truck and the right front bumper of the SUV. The SUV driver, a 43-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the truck driver's left turn as the critical maneuver leading to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their right front bumpers. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775825, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old man suffered knee and head injuries after a bus traveling south on Richmond Avenue struck him as he emerged from behind a parked vehicle. The impact hit the bus’s right rear quarter panel, leaving the pedestrian injured and conscious.

According to the police report, a bus traveling straight ahead southbound on Richmond Avenue struck a 23-year-old male pedestrian who was emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, foot, and suffered a concussion but remained conscious. The point of impact was the bus’s right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained no damage. The report cites 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, indicating pedestrian confusion but does not list any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other driver violations or license issues were reported. The pedestrian’s injury severity was classified as moderate (level 3).

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775816, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 33-year-old man suffered neck injuries and whiplash after his sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. The crash, caused by driver inattention and distraction, left the driver conscious but injured late at night on Arthur Kill Road.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male driver was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Arthur Kill Road at 11:14 p.m. The driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2012 Nissan sedan traveling southeast, collided with an object impacting the vehicle's right front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Animals Action' as contributing factors. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness but sustained neck injuries described as whiplash with an injury severity level of 3. The crash resulted from the driver's failure to maintain attention, leading to the collision. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775589, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A fatigued driver struck the rear of another SUV stopped in traffic on Clarke Avenue. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash to the 63-year-old driver of the struck vehicle. Both vehicles suffered center-end damage in a slow-moving collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clarke Avenue in Staten Island around 2 p.m. A 63-year-old male driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with back pain and whiplash after his SUV was rear-ended. The striking vehicle was also an SUV traveling eastbound and was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment as the cause. The point of impact was the center back end of the struck vehicle and the center front end of the striking vehicle, consistent with a rear-end collision. The driver of the struck vehicle was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775468, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a Ford SUV made a right turn and struck him. The impact fractured his elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver failure to yield and inattention as causes in Staten Island.

According to the police report, at 11:25 AM on Drumgoole Rd W in Staten Island, a Ford SUV making a right turn collided with a 12-year-old male bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered a fractured and dislocated injury to his elbow and lower arm. The report identifies the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. Vehicle damage was recorded on the SUV’s right front bumper and the bike’s left front bumper, indicating a center front-end impact. No other occupants were involved. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775815, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn on Arden Ave. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2015 GMC sedan, traveling east and making a right turn on Arden Ave near Drumgoole Rd W, struck him at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the time of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain proper attention. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock but no visible complaints. The vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where pedestrians have the right of way.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773681, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Arthur Kill Road at 1:11 p.m. Both male drivers, aged 70 and 86, sustained moderate injuries including elbow and shoulder trauma. Airbags deployed and seat belts were used. The crash involved a left turn and straight travel, with damage to front bumpers.

According to the police report, at 13:11 on Arthur Kill Road, two sedans collided. One vehicle, a 2021 Mazda traveling westbound, was going straight ahead and impacted the left front bumper. The other, a 1999 Volvo making a left turn southeast, impacted with its right front bumper. Both drivers, men aged 70 and 86, were injured with moderate severity: one suffered elbow, lower arm, and hand injuries with minor bleeding; the other had shoulder and upper arm abrasions. Airbags deployed for the Mazda driver, and the Volvo driver used a lap belt and harness. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no pedestrian involvement or victim fault noted. The collision highlights risks from vehicle maneuvers at intersections and the resulting injuries to vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773518, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed at Delmar Avenue and Crown Avenue in Staten Island. The left front quarter panel of one vehicle struck the left front bumper of the other. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a concussion and head injury, restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:23 on Delmar Avenue near Crown Avenue in Staten Island. Two sedans traveling south and west collided, with impact on the left front quarter panel of the southbound vehicle and the left front bumper of the westbound vehicle. The contributing factor cited was 'Traffic Control Disregarded,' indicating a driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. A 42-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained a head injury and concussion but was conscious and not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The collision caused damage to the left side doors of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other, highlighting the dangers of disregarding traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771377, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing SUV on West Shore Expressway. The driver of the striking vehicle suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police cite following too closely and unsafe speed as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 9:15 AM on West Shore Expressway, a northbound Honda SUV traveling straight ahead rear-ended a slowing Dodge SUV. The impact occurred at the center front end of the Honda and the center back end of the Dodge. The Honda driver, a 30-year-old male occupant, sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and bruise but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors on the part of the striking vehicle's driver. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe distances and speeds on a highway, with no contributing factors attributed to the victim driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771038, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided head-on on Korean War Vets Parkway. A 17-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite passenger distraction as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The teen was conscious and restrained at the time.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:24 on Korean War Vets Parkway involving two SUVs traveling southbound. The collision point was the center front end of both vehicles, causing right front bumper damage. A 17-year-old male driver, an occupant of one SUV, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured with a lap belt and harness. The police report identifies passenger distraction as a contributing factor in the crash. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. This crash highlights the dangers of in-vehicle distractions leading to serious injuries even when drivers are licensed and vehicles are traveling in the same direction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769357, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV making a left turn struck a southbound sedan head-on on Annadale Rd, Staten Island. The sedan driver, an 80-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the midday crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:28 on Annadale Rd in Staten Island. A 2021 Hyundai SUV was making a left turn northbound when it collided with a 2014 Toyota sedan traveling straight southbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan and the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The sedan driver, an 80-year-old female occupant, was injured with chest trauma and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any contributing factors for the SUV driver. The collision caused significant damage to the front ends of both vehicles. The data highlights the dangers of left-turn maneuvers intersecting with oncoming traffic, emphasizing driver error in vehicle positioning and movement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769145, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed head-on on Arden Avenue in Staten Island. The front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The collision involved a southbound sedan going straight and a northbound sedan making a left turn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:50 on Arden Avenue, Staten Island. A 2022 Honda sedan traveling southbound went straight ahead and collided with a 2024 Mazda sedan traveling northbound making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front end damage. The front passenger in one vehicle, a 28-year-old female, was injured with back pain and whiplash, wearing a lap belt and remaining conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors, but the collision dynamics indicate a failure to yield or misjudgment during the left turn maneuver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not assign fault but highlights the danger of turning movements intersecting with oncoming traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769856, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan collided with a bicycle carrying two 13-year-old boys on Craig Avenue. Both boys suffered bruises and injuries to the head and lower leg. The driver’s inattention caused the crash, leaving the boys conscious but hurt.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Craig Avenue struck a bicycle carrying two 13-year-old boys, one driving and one riding as a passenger. The crash occurred at 16:36 in Staten Island. The sedan was stopped in traffic before impact, which occurred at the vehicle’s left front bumper and the bike’s center front end. Both boys were injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to the head and lower leg, but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. Neither boy was wearing safety equipment. The driver of the sedan was licensed and male. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims, focusing solely on the driver’s error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 34-year-old male driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries when his SUV crashed on Korean War Vets Parkway. The vehicle struck head-on, with police citing tire failure and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Airbag deployment prevented ejection.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver operating a 2010 Mazda SUV on Korean War Vets Parkway experienced a crash at 11:52 AM. The vehicle's center front end was the point of impact, resulting in contusions and bruises to the driver's hip and upper leg. The driver was not ejected, and the airbag deployed during the collision. The report explicitly identifies 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The driver was licensed in New York and was traveling straight ahead at the time of the incident. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765445, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15