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Dawn broke over Belt Parkway as an SUV slammed its right front quarter panel. The 82-year-old driver, alone in the vehicle, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police found her in shock, seatbelt fastened, the car facing east.

According to the police report, an 82-year-old woman driving a 2006 Chevrolet SUV eastbound on Belt Parkway was injured when her vehicle struck its right front quarter panel. The sole occupant, she suffered a head injury and whiplash, and was reported to be in shock. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver responded to another vehicle not directly involved in the crash. No other injuries or vehicles were documented. The data does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806393, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted SUV driver struck a sedan from behind on Belt Parkway. The impact injured a 3-year-old passenger in the SUV, causing shoulder and upper arm contusions. The child was restrained and conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, the collision occurred on Belt Parkway around 6 p.m. A 2014 SUV traveling west struck the right rear quarter panel of a 2022 sedan also traveling west. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The SUV carried eight occupants, including a 3-year-old male passenger seated in the right rear, who sustained contusions to the shoulder and upper arm. The child was restrained with a lap belt and harness and remained conscious. The point of impact was the SUV's center back end and the sedan's right front bumper. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end impacts on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786291, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorcycle rider suffered severe facial fractures after an SUV struck his right side doors on Belt Parkway. The collision, caused by improper lane usage, left the motorcyclist injured but conscious, highlighting dangerous driver errors on high-speed roads.

According to the police report, at 11:15 p.m. on Belt Parkway, a 48-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when a 2015 Honda SUV traveling east struck the motorcycle's right side doors. The SUV's left side doors were damaged. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet and remained conscious but suffered facial fractures and dislocations. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper lane discipline, leading to the side impact. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, but the SUV's improper lane usage caused the collision. The motorcyclist was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors in lane management on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738739, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Three vehicle occupants suffered chest and neck injuries in a multi-SUV crash on Belt Parkway. The collision involved driver inattention and distraction. All victims were restrained and conscious, sustaining whiplash and moderate trauma in the impact.

According to the police report, a crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 8:00 PM involving multiple station wagons and sport utility vehicles traveling westbound. The collision was caused by driver inattention and distraction, as cited in the contributing factors. Three occupants were injured: a 12-year-old female front passenger with chest injuries and whiplash, a 23-year-old female driver with neck injuries and whiplash, and a 35-year-old female driver also suffering chest injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses at the time of the crash. The vehicles sustained damage primarily to their center front and back ends. No ejections occurred. The report highlights driver errors as the primary cause, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731681, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided head-on on Belt Parkway under slippery pavement conditions. The 20-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and lost consciousness. Driver inattention and distraction contributed to the crash, highlighting systemic dangers of road conditions and driver errors.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on Belt Parkway collided at 21:17. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, with impact points at the left front bumper and center front end. The 20-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and losing consciousness. He was restrained by a lap belt and reported complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Pavement Slippery' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. These driver errors, combined with hazardous road conditions, directly led to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The data underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and adverse pavement conditions on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714309, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 79-year-old sedan driver suffered a head injury after his vehicle was struck from behind by an SUV traveling westbound on Belt Parkway. The impact caused internal injuries and loss of consciousness, highlighting driver error in maintaining safe distance.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Belt Parkway at 17:03 involving a 2008 SUV and a 2008 sedan, both traveling westbound. The SUV struck the sedan at the center back end, damaging its right front bumper. The sedan's 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a head injury and internal complaints, and experienced loss of consciousness. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report indicates 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor, but does not specify victim fault. The collision suggests failure by the SUV driver to maintain a safe following distance or control, resulting in a rear-end impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the victim or the SUV driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by driver errors such as inadequate attention or speed control on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710686, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi driver made a left turn and collided head-on with a sedan traveling east. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited failure to yield and driver distraction as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 92 Street at 19:50. A taxi, traveling north and making a left turn, struck a sedan traveling east. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male occupant, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights critical driver errors leading to injury on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694600, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A high-speed police pursuit on Belt Parkway ended in a violent crash. An SUV struck a sedan’s right rear quarter panel. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Unsafe speed and driver distraction caused the wreck.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old male SUV driver was injured in a collision on Belt Parkway during a police pursuit. The crash involved an SUV and two sedans traveling eastbound. The SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a sedan. The injured driver sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unsafe speed and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. No safety equipment was used by the injured driver. The crash caused significant damage to the right rear quarter panel of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651397, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorcycle and sedan collided on Belt Parkway. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan struck the motorcycle's left front. Driver errors included improper passing and unsafe lane changing. The motorcyclist wore a helmet.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Belt Parkway involving a motorcycle and a sedan traveling west. The motorcyclist, a 29-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, was merging and impacted the motorcycle's left front bumper with its right front bumper. The report lists driver errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other occupants were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642934, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Yamaha motorcycle smashed into a Chevy SUV making a U-turn on Poly Place. The 21-year-old rider, helmeted but unlicensed, was thrown and killed. Improper turning and lane use by drivers led to the fatal crash. The SUV driver survived.

A violent collision unfolded on Poly Place near the VA hospital. According to the police report, a Yamaha motorcycle struck the left rear quarter panel of a Chevy SUV as the SUV made a U-turn. The 21-year-old motorcycle rider, who wore a helmet but was unlicensed, was thrown from his bike and killed. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old man, survived. Police listed 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider's helmet use only after citing driver errors. The impact shattered the rider's body. No pedestrians or other bystanders were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4620581, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan struck an object on 7 Avenue late at night. The 56-year-old male driver suffered a head contusion. Police cited alcohol involvement and driver distraction. The vehicle's front center bore the damage. The driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on 7 Avenue at 10 p.m. The driver, who was the sole occupant of a 2010 sedan, sustained a head contusion but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The sedan was traveling south and impacted with its center front end, causing damage there. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash highlights the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618590, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan struck the right front bumper into an object on Belt Parkway. The front passenger, a 33-year-old woman, suffered a head abrasion. The driver was speeding. The passenger was restrained and conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 2018 Infiniti sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway crashed with impact on the right front bumper. The front passenger, a 33-year-old woman, was injured with a head abrasion but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver, a male with a learner's permit, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and suffered moderate injury severity.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4584537, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Three sedans collided on Belt Parkway heading west. Drivers slowed or stopped. Rear-end impacts damaged front and rear ends. A 57-year-old female driver suffered bruises and arm injuries. Following too closely caused the crash. Airbags deployed; no ejections.

According to the police report, three sedans traveling west on Belt Parkway were involved in a chain-reaction collision. All drivers were slowing or stopping when the crashes occurred. The 57-year-old female driver of a 2019 Buick sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor for the crash. The vehicles sustained damage primarily to their front and rear ends. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and protected by deployed airbags. No occupants were ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on busy roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4575849, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Nissan SUV struck a Toyota sedan from behind on Belt Parkway. Four occupants, including two children, suffered upper arm and leg injuries. The SUV driver was following too closely. Airbags deployed. All victims conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a Nissan SUV traveling west on Belt Parkway rear-ended a Toyota sedan also heading west. The SUV was slowing or stopping, while the sedan was going straight ahead. The collision caused injuries to four occupants: two adults and two children, all conscious and restrained with airbags deployed. Injuries included contusions and abrasions to shoulders and legs. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance, causing the crash. No victims were ejected. The children were secured in child restraints. The crash damaged the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532185, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Jeep SUV struck a parked convertible on Belt Parkway at night. The SUV driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries, trapped inside the vehicle. Police cited unsafe speed as a factor. Airbags deployed; lap belt used. Impact damaged left rear and right front panels.

According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a Jeep SUV collided with a parked convertible on Belt Parkway. The SUV driver was trapped and sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The SUV's left rear quarter panel and the convertible's right front quarter panel were damaged. The driver was conscious, used a lap belt, and the airbag deployed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4503392, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14