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A 41-year-old man suffered body-wide contusions after a sedan traveling west on W 51 St struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 51 St in Manhattan struck a 41-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the vehicle's center front end hit him, causing contusions and injuries to his entire body. The vehicle sustained damage to its right front bumper. The report lists the pedestrian's action as crossing against the signal but does not specify any driver contributing factors. The collision occurred at 21:32, and the pedestrian remained conscious after the impact. The report highlights the pedestrian's crossing behavior but does not attribute fault to the victim. The driver's pre-crash action was going straight ahead, and no license or driver errors were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773338, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound sedan parked on W 55 St collided with a bicyclist traveling south. The cyclist suffered contusions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Police report notes unspecified contributing factors but highlights driver errors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 55 St in Manhattan at 18:40. A sedan, parked and facing south, was struck on its left front quarter panel by a bicyclist traveling south. The bicyclist, a 34-year-old male, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or error by the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating a 2023 Cadillac. The collision's point of impact on the sedan was the left front quarter panel, suggesting driver error related to vehicle positioning or failure to yield. No helmet or victim behavior factors were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4774168, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old female taxi passenger suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg in Manhattan. The taxi driver’s inattention caused the crash. Despite no vehicle damage, the passenger endured serious injury while restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, a taxi in Manhattan was involved in a crash at 7:39 PM near West 37th Street. The vehicle was parked before the incident and sustained no damage. The taxi driver, a licensed male, was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. A 71-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time. The report explicitly attributes the injury to the driver's inattention, with no damage to the vehicle, highlighting the severity of harm to the passenger despite the lack of external collision evidence.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772772, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver failed to maintain attention, causing a rear-end collision between a box truck and an SUV in Manhattan. The SUV passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash, highlighting the dangers of driver inattention in traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:19 near West 57th Street in Manhattan. A box truck traveling northwest slowed or stopped, while an SUV traveling west was stopped in traffic. The SUV was struck in the center back end by the box truck's center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 33-year-old male occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report identifies driver error on the part of the vehicle operators, specifically noting distraction as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The collision caused damage to the SUV's rear center but no damage to the truck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773330, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 56-year-old man suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed unsafely on West 55th Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, striking the pedestrian outside an intersection. The impact left the victim conscious but injured, highlighting dangers of distracted backing maneuvers.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2021 Mercedes SUV backed unsafely on West 55th Street in Manhattan around 2:45 p.m. The vehicle, traveling east, struck the pedestrian with its center back end. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection, engaged in 'Other Actions in Roadway,' and suffered a head contusion classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. This crash underscores the risks posed by inattentive drivers performing backing maneuvers in busy urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4775409, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

On West 57th Street in Manhattan, a pedestrian and multiple vehicle occupants suffered serious injuries. Police cite defective brakes and disregarded traffic controls as key factors. The collision left a fractured driver and bruised pedestrian with upper leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:34 on West 57th Street near 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved multiple sedans traveling southbound. The report identifies 'Brakes Defective' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting driver errors. A 35-year-old female driver sustained a distorted fracture to her hip and upper leg, while a 30-year-old female pedestrian was injured with contusions and bruises to the same area. The pedestrian was located off intersection, and no pedestrian actions were cited as contributing factors. Additional vehicle occupants suffered whiplash and other injuries. The report does not attribute fault to the pedestrian but emphasizes systemic dangers from vehicle malfunctions and driver disregard for traffic signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769763, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle traveling south on 5th Avenue struck a defect in the pavement and crashed, injuring the driver and passenger. Both wore helmets but suffered abrasions and lower limb injuries. Unsafe speed and defective pavement contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2005 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling southbound on 5th Avenue near East 50th Street when it crashed due to 'Pavement Defective' conditions combined with 'Unsafe Speed.' The motorcycle had two occupants: a 22-year-old male driver and a 17-year-old female passenger. Both were wearing helmets, as noted under 'safety equipment,' but sustained injuries including abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, foot, and elbow areas. The report explicitly cites 'Pavement Defective' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error in speed choice and hazardous road conditions. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The crash caused damage to the motorcycle's center front end. This incident underscores the peril of defective pavement and excessive speed for motorcyclists in Manhattan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769773, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 74-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a taxi struck him while making a left turn on Broadway. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. Driver inattention and distraction caused the collision at a busy Manhattan intersection.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on Broadway was making a left turn when it struck a 74-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near W 37 St in Manhattan. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The point of impact was the taxi's right front bumper, which also sustained damage. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain proper attention while executing the turn. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2023 Toyota taxi with no occupants. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during complex maneuvers in busy urban intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770053, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 42-year-old woman suffered full-body contusions after a sedan struck her at an intersection on West 36th Street. The driver, traveling east, hit the pedestrian with the vehicle's front center. Glare contributed to the crash, impairing visibility.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing against the signal at the intersection of West 36th Street and Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan at 7:40 a.m. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling eastbound, struck the pedestrian with its center front end, causing contusions and shock. The report lists glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility for the driver. The pedestrian's action of crossing against the signal is documented but is not cited as a contributing factor by the police. The driver was proceeding straight ahead and did not have any license issues. The collision resulted in injury severity level 3, affecting the pedestrian's entire body.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770771, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle cut west on Broadway. The right front struck. A 34-year-old man, helmetless, flew partway out. Blood pooled from his head. He sat stunned under the cold, electric glare of Times Square.

According to the police report, a Sling motorcycle traveling west near 1585 Broadway was involved in a crash at 1:23 a.m. The right front of the motorcycle struck, causing a 34-year-old male passenger to be partially ejected. The report states the man suffered severe bleeding from the head and sat in shock beneath the lights of Times Square. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The passenger was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this detail follows the primary driver errors. The incident underscores the dangers posed when drivers fail to pay attention and change lanes unsafely, with devastating consequences for those riding with them.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768001, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 53-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing West 57 Street with the signal. The driver, traveling eastbound, failed to pay attention, hitting the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The victim suffered lower leg injuries and shock.

According to the police report, at 18:48 on West 57 Street in Manhattan, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2022 Tesla sedan traveling eastbound struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper, underscoring the point of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766123, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 69-year-old man lay bleeding on West 55th. A bike, unlicensed and fast, hit him head-on at the corner with 7th Avenue. The street held witness to speed and impact. He stayed conscious, blood pooling beneath him.

According to the police report, a 69-year-old pedestrian was struck by a cyclist at the intersection of 7th Avenue and West 55th Street in Manhattan around 13:20. The report states the bike was 'fast and unlicensed' and identifies 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The cyclist, a 27-year-old male driver, was operating without a license and traveling straight ahead when he hit the man head-on at the center front end of the bike. The victim suffered severe bleeding from the head but remained conscious at the scene. The cyclist sustained a contusion and upper arm injury but was wearing a helmet. The report notes the pedestrian stepped into the street against the light, but the primary driver errors cited are the cyclist's unsafe speed and unlicensed operation. The incident highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed, speeding cyclists in crowded city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766120, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 38-year-old male bicyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a sedan collided with his bike on West 50th Street in Manhattan. The impact occurred on the bike’s left front and the sedan’s right front quarter panel. The bicyclist remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:38 p.m. on West 50th Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Mercedes sedan, traveling east and driven by a licensed male driver from New Jersey, struck a 38-year-old male bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s left front quarter panel. The bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his hip and upper leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any violations or errors by the bicyclist. The collision highlights the danger posed by motor vehicles to vulnerable cyclists in Manhattan’s traffic environment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767016, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and a bicycle collided head-on while both traveled east on West 58th Street in Manhattan. Both male drivers suffered knee and lower leg injuries and were left in shock. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 17:20 on West 58th Street in Manhattan involving a 2021 Toyota sedan and a bicycle, both traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision. The sedan was occupied by a 23-year-old male driver, who was injured with knee and lower leg trauma and was wearing a lap belt. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was also injured with similar lower limb injuries and was not using any safety equipment. Both drivers were reported to be in shock after the crash. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. Both drivers were not ejected from their vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the front ends of both the sedan and the bicycle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769790, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old man suffered upper arm contusions after a sedan struck him outside an intersection on West 50th Street. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, impacting the pedestrian’s shoulder with the vehicle’s front center.

According to the police report, at 11:35 AM in Manhattan near West 50th Street, a sedan traveling east struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to his upper arm and remained conscious. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and the sedan was going straight ahead at the time. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No pedestrian actions or safety equipment were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused moderate injury severity level 3 to the pedestrian, highlighting the dangers posed by distracted driving in dense urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765504, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 15-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being struck by a sedan while crossing West 48th Street. The driver, traveling eastbound, showed no reported vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious and bruised at the scene.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on West 48th Street at 22:06. She was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when a 2022 Toyota sedan, traveling straight ahead eastbound, struck her. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The sedan showed no vehicle damage. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian behaviors were identified as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face at intersections even when no explicit driver fault is recorded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765581, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 31-year-old man suffered head injuries and whiplash after a motorcycle hit him on East 36 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The motorcycle driver showed inattention and unsafe speed, causing the collision.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on East 36 Street struck a 31-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious after the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the motorcycle, which sustained no damage. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. This collision highlights driver errors, specifically distraction and speeding, as the cause of serious injury to a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769598, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck slammed into a woman’s face as she crossed Avenue of the Americas with the signal. Blood spilled onto the street. The driver kept going. She stayed conscious, injured and bleeding, her right-of-way ignored in the city’s rush.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Avenue of the Americas struck a 45-year-old woman at the intersection with West 52nd Street. The report states the pedestrian was 'crossing with the light' and had the right-of-way when the truck’s front end hit her face, causing severe bleeding. The woman remained conscious despite her injuries. The driver did not stop after the collision. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted in the report, but the focus remains on the driver’s failure to yield, which directly led to the crash and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762719, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 28-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV merging westbound on West 43rd Street struck her bike’s right front quarter panel. The SUV’s unsafe lane change caused the collision, leaving the cyclist with knee and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:30 on West 43rd Street in Manhattan. A 28-year-old female bicyclist traveling westbound was struck by a 2024 Toyota SUV also traveling westbound while merging lanes. The point of impact was the bike’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" by the SUV driver as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was ejected from her bike and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. She was in shock and complained of pain and nausea. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors related to the victim were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762340, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist riding east on W 56 St was injured when a parked sedan’s door struck him. The impact caused knee and lower leg injuries. Passenger distraction contributed to the crash, highlighting dangers from inattentive vehicle occupants.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on W 56 St near 5 Ave in Manhattan at 13:25. A 34-year-old male bicyclist traveling east was struck on the center front end of his bike by the left side doors of a parked 2023 Chevrolet sedan. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating that occupants in the sedan distracted the driver or affected vehicle safety. The sedan was stationary before the crash, suggesting the injury resulted from the opening of the door into the cyclist’s path. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by inattentive vehicle occupants opening doors into active bike lanes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4774163, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15