Greenwich Village Bleeds While City Stalls—Lower the Speed, Save a Life

A Ford sedan fleeing police tore through LaGuardia Place and struck a westbound cyclist. The man flew from his bike, blood pooling as he lay broken and incoherent. Sirens wailed. The car’s front end crumpled against the city’s cold pavement.

According to the police report, a Ford sedan, pursued by police, disregarded traffic control and struck a 44-year-old man riding a bicycle westbound on LaGuardia Place near West 3rd Street. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. The report describes the victim as incoherent at the scene. The sedan's front end sustained significant damage. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, underscoring driver error and systemic danger. No contributing factors are attributed to the cyclist. The crash unfolded in Manhattan's 10012 zip code, with the impact and aftermath described in stark, physical terms by responding officers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780933, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi struck the right rear bumper of a parked bus on E 8 St in Manhattan. The taxi driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious. Police cited driver inattention as the primary cause of the collision.

According to the police report, at 4:25 AM on E 8 St near Lafayette St in Manhattan, a taxi traveling north collided with the right rear bumper of a parked bus. The taxi's left front bumper sustained damage. The taxi driver, a 50-year-old male, was injured with a back contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The bus was stationary at the time of impact. The report explicitly identifies driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were listed, and the report does not mention any victim behaviors influencing the incident. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786645, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 70-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured in a collision with a sedan on Bleecker Street. The impact caused abrasions to his face. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way by the sedan driver as a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:15 on Bleecker Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling south struck a 70-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions to his face, classified as injury severity level 3. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' factors attributed to the sedan driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan's point of impact was the center front end, while the bike showed no damage. The report explicitly notes the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor, underscoring driver error as the cause of the injury and ejection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775224, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 35-year-old male bicyclist suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm after a collision on 5th Avenue. The crash, marked by driver inattention, left the cyclist injured but conscious, with no vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 5th Avenue near West 13th Street in Manhattan at 2:00 PM. The injured party was a 35-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound, who sustained abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious throughout the incident. No damage was reported to the bicycle or the other involved vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior or safety equipment. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted drivers in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773629, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 40-year-old male pedestrian working in the roadway was struck by a bike traveling south. The bike disregarded traffic control and used improper lane passing. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and lower arm injury, remaining conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in Manhattan near 65 5 Ave at 8:20 PM. A bike traveling south struck a pedestrian working in the roadway. The pedestrian, a 40-year-old man, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report cites the bike driver's errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' indicating failure to obey traffic signals and improper lane behavior. The bike showed no vehicle damage, and the pedestrian was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior or safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by cyclists who fail to respect traffic controls and lane rules, resulting in injury to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768186, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two cyclists collided on East 13 Street while making right turns. A 64-year-old male rider suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash involved driver inattention and bicyclist confusion, resulting in visible vehicle damage and injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:41 on East 13 Street involving two vehicles classified as a bike and an e-bike, both traveling west and making right turns. The injured party was a 64-year-old male bicyclist who sustained a contusion to his hip and upper leg and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The e-bike sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the bike had damage to its left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The injured bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the police report does not list this as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers of inattention and confusion during complex maneuvers like right turns.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765656, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A woman crossing with the signal was struck by a pick-up truck making a right turn on Bleecker Street. The impact fractured her knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way amid limited visibility, causing serious injury.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling west on Bleecker Street made a right turn and struck a female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a fracture, dislocation, and distortion to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in serious injury. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, compounded by limited or obstructed view. The point of impact was the truck's right front bumper, which sustained damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2018 Ford pick-up truck with two occupants. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s failure to yield and limited visibility as the causes, with no contributing fault attributed to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4763365, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan turning left struck an 18-year-old female bicyclist traveling west on East 13 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries, experiencing shock. The driver’s inattention contributed to the collision, with no reported damage to vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:45 PM on East 13 Street near Broadway in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling south and making a left turn, collided with a westbound female bicyclist, age 18. The bicyclist sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in contusions and shock. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan impacted the left side doors of the bike, though neither vehicle sustained damage. The bicyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet classified as 'Motorcycle Only.' No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers in busy Manhattan streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767687, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An e-scooter driver was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision in Manhattan. The crash, caused by driver inattention, left the 52-year-old unconscious with minor bleeding. The vehicle sustained front-end damage traveling eastbound near West 14 Street.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash in Manhattan near West 14 Street at 12:15. The driver suffered head injuries and was unconscious with minor bleeding. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The e-scooter was traveling straight ahead eastbound when the collision occurred, impacting the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained corresponding damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction behind the wheel of motorized personal vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759822, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 54-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a crash in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention and distraction contributed to the collision. The rider remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on East 12 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 AM. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was riding eastbound, going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the center front end of the bike. The vehicle, a bike, sustained no damage. The report highlights driver errors related to inattention and distraction as the cause of the collision, with no mention of any contributing victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758873, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted taxi driver struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian crossing Bowery outside a crosswalk. The impact caused neck injuries and shock. The taxi showed no damage. Driver inattention led to this serious collision in Manhattan late at night.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southbound on Bowery struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries described as whiplash and was in shock at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver, licensed and operating a 2024 Toyota vehicle, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. Despite the severity of the pedestrian's injuries, the taxi sustained no damage. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in Manhattan's busy streets late at night.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756307, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi turning right on Bleecker Street struck a 38-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The driver’s failure to yield right-of-way caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian injured and conscious.

According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Bleecker Street near LaGuardia Place in Manhattan, a taxi making a right turn struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with a fractured elbow and dislocation, classified as injury severity 3. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front bumper. The report explicitly cites the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision and located at the intersection. No damage was reported to the taxi, which was traveling southeast with one occupant. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian beyond the driver’s failure to yield.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4754973, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on 5 Avenue in Manhattan during simultaneous right turns. One driver suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite improper turning and lane usage as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed men, traveling westbound at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 5 Avenue near West 11 Street in Manhattan at 9:40 AM. Two sedans, both traveling westbound and making right turns, collided. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 29-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained an internal injury to his shoulder and upper arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed, with one holding a New Jersey license and the other a New York license. The collision highlights driver errors in executing right turns and lane positioning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755086, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi driver distracted by inattention struck a pedestrian crossing East 4 Street at Lafayette Street. The woman suffered bruises and a lower arm injury. The crash happened just before midnight in Manhattan’s Council District 2.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling eastbound on East 4 Street struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal at Lafayette Street. The pedestrian, a woman, sustained contusions and an injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, resulting in shock and a severity level 3 injury. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The taxi was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. Despite the collision, the taxi sustained no damage. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal, and no contributing factors were attributed to her behavior. The crash occurred at 11:59 PM in Manhattan, zip code 10003, within Council District 2.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751550, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 45-year-old woman suffered a head injury and minor bleeding after an e-bike collision at an intersection on East 14 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was in shock and injured while crossing the roadway. No driver errors were reported.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old female pedestrian was injured in a collision with an e-bike on East 14 Street near 5 Avenue in Manhattan at 11:00 AM. The pedestrian was located at the intersection and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding, resulting in shock. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless operation. The e-bike was unoccupied by a driver at the time, and no additional vehicle damage or driver information was provided. The pedestrian's actions were described as 'Other Actions in Roadway,' but no contributing factors were cited. The focus remains on the collision impact and resulting injuries without assigning fault to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755799, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Ford SUV struck the rear of a city bus on East 14th Street. Two passengers in the SUV suffered injuries including knee and facial trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:07 on East 14th Street when a 2017 Ford SUV traveling west rear-ended a city bus also traveling west. The SUV's center front end collided with the bus's center back end. The report identifies driver errors including 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. Two female occupants of the SUV were injured: a 24-year-old front passenger suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock; a 31-year-old rear passenger sustained facial injuries with minor bleeding and was also in shock. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and no damage was reported to the bus. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750697, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Tesla sedan parked on Broadway struck a 20-year-old female bicyclist passing too closely. The cyclist was partially ejected, suffering knee and lower leg injuries. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision, highlighting systemic dangers for cyclists.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:26 AM on Broadway in Manhattan. A 20-year-old female bicyclist traveling north was partially ejected after colliding with a 2023 Tesla sedan that was parked and then struck the cyclist's center front end with its right rear quarter panel. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The Tesla driver was licensed and male. The collision underscores the dangers posed by driver distraction and unsafe passing behavior, without any indication of fault or contributing factors on the cyclist's part.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748101, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A moped traveling east collided with a southbound pedicab on East 8 Street in Manhattan. The pedicab driver, a 32-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The crash involved failure to yield and driver distraction.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:20 on East 8 Street near 5 Avenue in Manhattan. A moped traveling east struck a pedicab traveling south. The pedicab driver, a 32-year-old male bicyclist, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the part of the moped operator. The pedicab driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was noted at the center front end of the moped and other areas of the pedicab. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing the cause on vehicle driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747354, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two men collided head-on on Broadway, Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries, including a bicyclist with elbow and hand wounds. The crash stemmed from driver inattention and distraction, causing a violent impact between a bike and a scooter.

According to the police report, at 17:17 on Broadway in Manhattan, a collision occurred between a bicyclist and a scooter driver traveling in opposite directions. Both vehicles struck each other front-center. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old man, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock noted. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicle. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. This crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction, as both operators failed to maintain attention, leading to a head-on collision with significant injury to the vulnerable bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746390, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 30-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck injuries after colliding with a parked SUV in Manhattan. The impact struck the left side doors of the vehicle. The bicyclist was conscious but experienced whiplash and no helmet was worn.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 in Manhattan near East 12 Street. A 30-year-old male bicyclist traveling east collided with a stationary Toyota SUV that was parked and facing east. The point of impact was the left side doors of the SUV. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained neck injuries described as whiplash. He was conscious at the scene but was not wearing any safety equipment such as a helmet. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors by the SUV operator, who was parked at the time. The bicyclist’s ejection and injury severity highlight the dangers cyclists face when colliding with parked vehicles, emphasizing systemic risks in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743402, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14