Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 16?
Who Owns the Streets: Broken Bodies, Broken Promises in District 16
District 16: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt: Recent Crashes in District 16
The streets of District 16 do not forgive. Eighteen people have died here since 2022. Two thousand five hundred twenty-five more have been injured. Twenty-eight suffered wounds so grave they may never walk the same. These are not numbers. They are lives ended or broken on the way to work, to school, to the store.
Just last month, a driver in a Mustang failed a left turn and plowed onto the sidewalk, striking six people. The driver ran. The victims went to the hospital. Police are still looking for the man who rammed into six people after botching a turn at an intersection in the Bronx.
In May, a pedestrian crossing with the signal at East 167th and Washington was crushed by a line of SUVs. She died at the intersection. No warning. No chance.
The Cost of Delay: Leadership and Policy
Council Member Althea Stevens has voted for some safety bills—including laws to remove abandoned vehicles and warn taxi passengers about dooring. She co-sponsored a bill for discounted bike share for students, and voted to decriminalize jaywalking. But Stevens also backed bills that raise fines and registration requirements for e-bikes, which can make life harder for delivery workers and young riders, not drivers.
The city just funded a long-overdue fix for the deadly intersection at East 177th, Devoe, and Tremont. “We are excited to make progress on this key corridor, which will make incredible pedestrian and vehicular safety improvements,” said DDC spokesperson Ian Michaels announcing the project. But it took 17 years and two deaths to get here. The work is not done.
Who Pays the Price?
SUVs and cars do most of the killing. Seven deaths, 272 minor injuries, 122 moderate, four serious. Trucks and buses add more. Bikes and mopeds, far fewer. The street is not equal. The most vulnerable—pedestrians, cyclists, children—pay the highest price.
Call to Action: Demand More
This is not fate. This is policy. Call Council Member Stevens. Demand a default 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes, daylighted corners, and real accountability for reckless drivers. Join forces with others who have lost too much. The blood on the street is not an accident. It is a choice. Change it.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is the New York City Council and how does it work?
▸ Where does District 16 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in District 16?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in District 16?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Six Struck In Bronx Left-Turn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- Six Struck In Bronx Left-Turn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-17
- City Funds Overdue Bronx Intersection Fix, Patch, Published 2025-07-30
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728165 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- Bronx Car Wash Worker Killed By Driver, New York Post, Published 2025-07-31
- Bronx Driver Drags Pedestrian, Arrested Later, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-23
- Bronx Crash Kills Passenger, Hurts Seven, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-13
- Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge, amny.com, Published 2022-09-22
- DOT: Tremont Ave. Busway to Be Installed in Spring, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-11
- File Int 1069-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
Fix the Problem
District 16
1377 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
718-588-7500
250 Broadway, Suite 1766, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6856
Other Representatives
District 77
910 Grand Concourse Suite 1JK, Bronx, NY 10451
Room 834, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 29
335 E. 100th St., New York, NY 10029
Room 418, Capitol Building 172 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
District 16 Council District 16 sits in Bronx, Precinct 44, AD 77, SD 29.
It contains Claremont Village-Claremont (East), Concourse-Concourse Village, Highbridge, Mount Eden-Claremont (West), Yankee Stadium-Macombs Dam Park, Claremont Park, Bronx CB4.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 16
Motorcyclist Killed Striking Turning SUV on Jerome▸A man on a motorcycle hit an SUV mid-turn on Jerome Avenue. He flew from the bike. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Unsafe speed and improper turning marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle was killed after colliding with an SUV making a U-turn on Jerome Avenue. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and turning improperly. The motorcyclist, who was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The SUV's right front bumper was struck as it turned. Parked cars lined the street, but no other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Helmet use is noted only because it appears in the data after driver errors. The crash left one man dead and a community shaken.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Teen Cyclist Arm▸A Jeep turned left on West Fordham Road. A bike kept straight. Steel hit flesh. The 18-year-old cyclist’s arm split open. Blood pooled on the Bronx street. Sirens broke the morning. The rider stayed conscious, pain sharp and bright.
An SUV collided with a bicyclist on West Fordham Road near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 18-year-old cyclist, traveling straight, was struck by a Jeep making a left turn. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his arm and was partially ejected from his bike but remained conscious. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary driver error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn across the path of vulnerable road users at unsafe speeds.
2Motorcycle Speed Shatters Night on Major Deegan▸A Yamaha motorcycle ripped south on Major Deegan. It hit hard. A 25-year-old woman, helmeted, flew from the wreck. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She lay semiconscious, head torn, silence closing in. The machine was demolished. Speed ruled. Lives broke.
A Yamaha motorcycle crashed southbound on Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the motorcycle traveled at unsafe speed before striking and demolishing. A 25-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger, was ejected. She suffered severe head lacerations and was found semiconscious, bleeding on the roadway. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the force of the crash left her badly injured. The machine lay wrecked. No other injuries were reported. The night ended in silence and blood.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Expressway Ramp▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old man near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. The driver was distracted. The man died, his body torn by lacerations. The night was quiet. Only the crash broke the stillness.
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed when a sedan hit him near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was distracted and inattentive. The impact left the man with severe lacerations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash. The sedan’s center front end struck the victim, who died at the scene. The box truck was parked and not in motion at the time of the collision.
2Alcohol-Fueled Head-On Crash Injures Passenger▸Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
amny.com,
Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A man on a motorcycle hit an SUV mid-turn on Jerome Avenue. He flew from the bike. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Unsafe speed and improper turning marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 35-year-old man riding a motorcycle was killed after colliding with an SUV making a U-turn on Jerome Avenue. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and turning improperly. The motorcyclist, who was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike and suffered fatal head injuries. The SUV's right front bumper was struck as it turned. Parked cars lined the street, but no other injuries were reported. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Helmet use is noted only because it appears in the data after driver errors. The crash left one man dead and a community shaken.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Teen Cyclist Arm▸A Jeep turned left on West Fordham Road. A bike kept straight. Steel hit flesh. The 18-year-old cyclist’s arm split open. Blood pooled on the Bronx street. Sirens broke the morning. The rider stayed conscious, pain sharp and bright.
An SUV collided with a bicyclist on West Fordham Road near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 18-year-old cyclist, traveling straight, was struck by a Jeep making a left turn. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his arm and was partially ejected from his bike but remained conscious. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary driver error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn across the path of vulnerable road users at unsafe speeds.
2Motorcycle Speed Shatters Night on Major Deegan▸A Yamaha motorcycle ripped south on Major Deegan. It hit hard. A 25-year-old woman, helmeted, flew from the wreck. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She lay semiconscious, head torn, silence closing in. The machine was demolished. Speed ruled. Lives broke.
A Yamaha motorcycle crashed southbound on Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the motorcycle traveled at unsafe speed before striking and demolishing. A 25-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger, was ejected. She suffered severe head lacerations and was found semiconscious, bleeding on the roadway. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the force of the crash left her badly injured. The machine lay wrecked. No other injuries were reported. The night ended in silence and blood.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Expressway Ramp▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old man near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. The driver was distracted. The man died, his body torn by lacerations. The night was quiet. Only the crash broke the stillness.
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed when a sedan hit him near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was distracted and inattentive. The impact left the man with severe lacerations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash. The sedan’s center front end struck the victim, who died at the scene. The box truck was parked and not in motion at the time of the collision.
2Alcohol-Fueled Head-On Crash Injures Passenger▸Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
amny.com,
Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A Jeep turned left on West Fordham Road. A bike kept straight. Steel hit flesh. The 18-year-old cyclist’s arm split open. Blood pooled on the Bronx street. Sirens broke the morning. The rider stayed conscious, pain sharp and bright.
An SUV collided with a bicyclist on West Fordham Road near the Major Deegan Expressway in the Bronx. The 18-year-old cyclist, traveling straight, was struck by a Jeep making a left turn. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was listed as a contributing factor. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to his arm and was partially ejected from his bike but remained conscious. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but this is mentioned only after the primary driver error. The crash highlights the danger when drivers turn across the path of vulnerable road users at unsafe speeds.
2Motorcycle Speed Shatters Night on Major Deegan▸A Yamaha motorcycle ripped south on Major Deegan. It hit hard. A 25-year-old woman, helmeted, flew from the wreck. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She lay semiconscious, head torn, silence closing in. The machine was demolished. Speed ruled. Lives broke.
A Yamaha motorcycle crashed southbound on Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the motorcycle traveled at unsafe speed before striking and demolishing. A 25-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger, was ejected. She suffered severe head lacerations and was found semiconscious, bleeding on the roadway. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the force of the crash left her badly injured. The machine lay wrecked. No other injuries were reported. The night ended in silence and blood.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Expressway Ramp▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old man near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. The driver was distracted. The man died, his body torn by lacerations. The night was quiet. Only the crash broke the stillness.
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed when a sedan hit him near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was distracted and inattentive. The impact left the man with severe lacerations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash. The sedan’s center front end struck the victim, who died at the scene. The box truck was parked and not in motion at the time of the collision.
2Alcohol-Fueled Head-On Crash Injures Passenger▸Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
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Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A Yamaha motorcycle ripped south on Major Deegan. It hit hard. A 25-year-old woman, helmeted, flew from the wreck. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She lay semiconscious, head torn, silence closing in. The machine was demolished. Speed ruled. Lives broke.
A Yamaha motorcycle crashed southbound on Major Deegan Expressway. According to the police report, the motorcycle traveled at unsafe speed before striking and demolishing. A 25-year-old woman, riding as a rear passenger, was ejected. She suffered severe head lacerations and was found semiconscious, bleeding on the roadway. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The passenger wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the force of the crash left her badly injured. The machine lay wrecked. No other injuries were reported. The night ended in silence and blood.
Distracted Sedan Driver Kills Pedestrian on Expressway Ramp▸A sedan struck a 62-year-old man near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. The driver was distracted. The man died, his body torn by lacerations. The night was quiet. Only the crash broke the stillness.
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed when a sedan hit him near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was distracted and inattentive. The impact left the man with severe lacerations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash. The sedan’s center front end struck the victim, who died at the scene. The box truck was parked and not in motion at the time of the collision.
2Alcohol-Fueled Head-On Crash Injures Passenger▸Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
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Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A sedan struck a 62-year-old man near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. The driver was distracted. The man died, his body torn by lacerations. The night was quiet. Only the crash broke the stillness.
A 62-year-old pedestrian was killed when a sedan hit him near a parked box truck on the Major Deegan Expressway ramp. According to the police report, the driver of the sedan was distracted and inattentive. The impact left the man with severe lacerations across his body. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not blamed for the crash. The sedan’s center front end struck the victim, who died at the scene. The box truck was parked and not in motion at the time of the collision.
2Alcohol-Fueled Head-On Crash Injures Passenger▸Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
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Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two cars slammed head-on. Metal screamed. A young man bled from the face, trapped in the front seat. Both drivers, women, hurt. Alcohol fueled the crash. The SUV rolled south. The sedan stopped. The night stayed cold and loud.
A head-on collision on the Major Deegan Expressway left three people injured. According to the police report, two vehicles—a sedan and an SUV—struck each other front-to-front at 2:50 a.m. A 22-year-old male passenger suffered severe bleeding from the face. Both drivers, women, were also hurt. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The SUV continued south after the crash; the sedan did not. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. According to the police report, driver impairment led to this violent impact.
Two SUVs Crush Pedestrian on Webster Avenue▸A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
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Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A 47-year-old man died on Webster Avenue. Two SUVs struck him outside the crosswalk. Steel crushed bone. The street was still. Driver inattention fueled the impact. One driver suffered head pain. The city counted another lost life.
A 47-year-old pedestrian was killed on Webster Avenue when two SUVs struck and crushed him outside the crosswalk. According to the police report, "A 47-year-old man was struck and crushed by two SUVs outside the crosswalk. One came down from Georgia, its front end shattered." The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. One driver, a 58-year-old man, was injured with head pain. No other serious injuries were reported. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by inattentive drivers in New York City.
SUV Ignores Signal, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
amny.com,
Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A 72-year-old man stepped from behind a parked car on East 168th Street. An Audi SUV struck him head-on. His shoulder shattered. Bones broke. He died in the street as darkness fell. The driver disregarded traffic control and sped on.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was killed on East 168th Street when an eastbound Audi SUV struck him head-on. According to the police report, the man emerged from behind a parked car and was hit by the SUV, which caused fatal injuries to his upper arm and shoulder. The report states, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The data shows the driver failed to obey traffic signals and was traveling at an unsafe speed, leading to the deadly impact. The victim died at the scene.
Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Grant Highway▸A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
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Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
amny.com,
Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A diesel truck turned right on Grant Highway. An e-bike rider kept straight. Metal struck flesh. The 25-year-old cyclist hit the pavement, hip shattered, skin burned. His bike lay twisted. The truck rolled on, oversized and unscathed.
A diesel tractor truck collided with an e-bike at Grant Highway near West 169th Street. The truck made a right turn as the e-bike rider, a 25-year-old man, continued straight. According to the police report, 'A diesel truck turned right. An e-bike kept straight. Metal caught flesh.' The cyclist suffered severe burns and a broken hip. The report lists 'Oversized Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No helmet was worn by the cyclist, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the truck's role. The truck sustained no damage. Multiple truck occupants were involved but not injured. The crash highlights the danger oversized vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Gibson Urges Safety Boosting Washington Bridge Upgrades▸Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
-
Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge,
amny.com,
Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
Council Member Stevens and others urge DOT to fix the Washington Bridge. They want a two-way bike lane, wider walkways, better lights, and cameras. The bridge is old, narrow, and dark. Crossing is risky. They demand action to protect people.
On September 22, 2022, Council Member Althea Stevens joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Carmen de la Rosa in a joint letter to the Department of Transportation. The letter calls for urgent upgrades to the 133-year-old Washington Bridge. The officials demand a two-way protected bike lane, wider pedestrian paths, improved lighting, and safety cameras. The letter states: 'The city has done a terrific job of making wise investments in improving mobility on both sides of the Harlem River, but left the bridge with just two very narrow, poorly lit lanes for foot and bike traffic.' Stevens and her colleagues stress that the bridge is unsafe for people on foot and bike. They urge DOT to act, citing the need to reduce traffic deaths and make the bridge safe for all.
- Exclusive: BPs Levine and Gibson pen letter to DOT calling for upgrades to Washington Bridge, amny.com, Published 2022-09-22
Cyclist Hits Four-Year-Old Girl on River Avenue▸A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A bike struck a four-year-old girl off River Avenue. Blood streamed from her face. She stayed conscious. The cyclist did not stop. The bike rolled on, leaving the child injured and alone.
A four-year-old girl was hit by a cyclist near River Avenue and East 164th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, 'A bike struck a 4-year-old girl off the roadway. Blood poured from her face. She stayed conscious. The rider did not stop.' The child suffered severe bleeding to her face but remained conscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The cyclist continued north without stopping. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The crash left a young pedestrian injured and the cyclist unaccounted for.
Helmetless Motorcyclist Ejected on Macombs Road▸A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A 28-year-old man rode fast down Macombs Road. No helmet. He crashed hard. The impact threw him from his motorcycle. He landed headfirst. Blood pooled on the street. No other vehicles. Only silence and injury.
A single-vehicle crash on Macombs Road left a 28-year-old man severely injured. According to the police report, the man was riding a 2015 Honda motorcycle without a helmet when he lost control at unsafe speed and struck an object. The impact ejected him from the bike. He landed headfirst, semiconscious, bleeding from the skull. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No other people or vehicles were involved. The absence of a helmet is noted in the report, but the primary causes remain unsafe speed and inexperience.
Mercedes Strikes Boy Cyclist From Behind in Bronx▸A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A Mercedes hit a 13-year-old boy riding his bike on Claremont Parkway. The car struck from behind. The boy flew off, cut and shaking. The car’s front was clean. The boy’s body was not. He was left in shock, bleeding in the street.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike north on Claremont Parkway near Webster Avenue was struck from behind by a Mercedes. According to the police report, the boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe lacerations and shock. The report states, 'A 13-year-old boy on a bike, no helmet, struck from behind by a Mercedes. Ejected. Cut and shaking.' The police list 'Other Vehicular' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s errors. The Mercedes showed no damage to its front end. The boy’s injuries were severe, affecting his entire body.
SUV Speeds Into Parked Cars, Driver Killed▸A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A Chevy SUV tore up Webster Avenue. It hit parked cars, then smashed a turning sedan. The driver, 45, died at the wheel. Blood on the dash. Airbag blown. The street was silent. Unsafe speed left one dead, others shaken.
A deadly crash unfolded on Webster Avenue near East 168th Street in the Bronx. According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling north at unsafe speed struck several parked cars before colliding with a sedan making a left turn. The 45-year-old male driver of the SUV was killed, suffering severe head injuries despite the deployment of an airbag and use of a seatbelt. Multiple other occupants were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor. No evidence in the report suggests any error by the sedan driver or other road users. The crash scene was marked by blood, a burst airbag, and quiet streets.
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Face-On in Bronx▸A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A car struck a 59-year-old man crossing East Mount Eden Avenue. The impact split his face. Blood pooled on the street. Sirens cut through the night. The driver was distracted. The man stayed conscious, hurt and bleeding.
A 59-year-old pedestrian was hit head-on by a car while crossing East Mount Eden Avenue at Townsend Avenue in the Bronx. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and traveling at an unsafe speed. The man suffered severe facial lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The report states: 'Driver distracted. Blood pooled.' The contributing factors listed are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed.' No information about the vehicle type or further details about the driver were provided. The data does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The focus remains on the driver’s failure to pay attention and control speed, which led to the violent impact.
Motorcycle Slams Into Turning SUV on Morris Avenue▸A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.
A motorcycle struck a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider flew from the seat, hit the ground, bleeding from the head. He lost a leg. Engines hissed. Both vehicles crumpled in the dusk. Streets stained. Lives changed in seconds.
A motorcycle collided with the rear of a turning SUV on Morris Avenue. The rider, unlicensed, was ejected and suffered a severe head injury and leg amputation. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a turning SUV. The rider, unlicensed, flew from the seat. He hit the ground, bleeding from the head. Conscious. One leg gone.' Both vehicles were heavily damaged. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. These driver errors played a central role in the crash. The data notes the motorcycle rider was unlicensed, but the primary causes remain driver inattention and improper lane use.