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A taxi driver lost consciousness on Amsterdam Avenue. The cab struck and injured two people. One suffered a fractured arm. Another had chest pain. The crash left pain and confusion in its wake.

A taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue crashed after the driver lost consciousness. According to the police report, 'Lost Consciousness' was the contributing factor. Two people were injured: a 35-year-old woman suffered a fractured arm, and a 55-year-old man, the driver, complained of chest pain. The crash involved a taxi and a parked sedan. The police report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803644 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two sedans collided head-on at Broadway and West 60th. Metal tore. A 75-year-old man in the back seat bled from the head, wearing a lap belt. Both drivers were distracted, fueling a violent collision in Manhattan’s streets.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed head-on at Broadway and West 60th Street in Manhattan at 11:00 a.m. Both vehicles sustained severe front-end damage. The 75-year-old male passenger, seated in the right rear and wearing a lap belt, suffered a serious head injury with bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the sole contributing factor for both drivers. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight. The narrative states: 'A 75-year-old man in the back seat bled from the head. He wore a lap belt. Both drivers were distracted.' No victim behavior contributed to the crash. This collision highlights the deadly consequences of driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801266 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A box truck, driver distracted, crashed into a stopped bus on Broadway. The truck driver suffered neck whiplash. No pedestrians or cyclists were hurt. Impact crushed metal, left one injured.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Broadway near West 74th Street rear-ended a stopped bus at 5:28 AM in Manhattan. The truck driver, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with neck whiplash and remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bus was stopped in traffic when the truck struck its center back end. The truck's front end was damaged. The truck driver wore a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved or injured in this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801263 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A southbound bicyclist was ejected and injured after a stationary SUV struck his right front quarter panel. The driver’s inattention caused the collision. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, suffered neck injuries and minor bleeding, left shaken and hurt.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Columbus Avenue near West 64th Street at 17:09. A stationary 2021 Mercedes SUV was parked when it struck a southbound bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred at the SUV’s left front bumper and the bike’s right front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained neck injuries with minor bleeding, experiencing shock after the collision. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist’s helmet use is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and operating a vehicle registered in New York. This incident highlights the dangers posed by inattentive drivers to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799755 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.

NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.

• Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14

A box truck struck a 37-year-old woman on a bike near Broadway. She suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cite confusion as a factor. The truck showed no damage. The driver’s actions remain unlisted.

According to the police report, a box truck hit a 37-year-old female bicyclist near 1870 Broadway in Manhattan at 16:59. The cyclist was riding north and suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The point of impact was the truck’s right front bumper. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as the contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. The truck sustained no damage. The report does not detail the truck driver’s actions or license status.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798342 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 27-year-old male bicyclist suffered head injuries after a collision involving a van and an SUV on Columbus Avenue. The crash involved improper passing or lane usage by the bicyclist, resulting in serious injury and semiconsciousness.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Columbus Avenue involving a bicyclist and two parked vehicles—a Dodge Ram van and a Mercedes SUV. The bicyclist, a 27-year-old male, was traveling south and sustained head injuries with an injury severity level of 3. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating the bicyclist's lane use error. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' is noted, reflecting confusion or error on the bicyclist's part. Both vehicles were parked at the time of impact, with damage to their front quarter panels. The bicyclist was not ejected but was semiconscious after the crash. Driver errors from moving vehicles were not reported, focusing attention on the bicyclist's improper lane usage as the primary cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797326 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.

According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-06), Enesin Delarosa, 26, was arrested for fatally striking Devon Hughley, 45, while fleeing an NYPD car stop in Harlem on November 2. The article reports Delarosa was driving a stolen minivan and "allegedly hit Hughley near W.155th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. while fleeing a traffic stop." Delarosa faces charges of manslaughter, leaving the scene, fleeing police, and possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of high-speed police pursuits and the dangers posed by stolen vehicles in dense urban areas. Memorial posters for Hughley remain in his building. The article quotes Hughley's sister, Yvette Palmer: "the arrest brought some peace."

• Scooter Rider Killed Fleeing Traffic Stop, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-06

Senators move to guard bike lanes. Cameras will catch drivers who block or invade. The city’s cyclists and walkers get a shot at safer streets. No more hiding behind the wheel.

Senate bill S 5008, now in sponsorship, aims to launch a bicycle lane safety program in New York City. The bill, introduced February 18, 2025, sits in committee. Its summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal leads, joined by Jabari Brisport, Kristen Gonzalez, Liz Krueger, Jessica Ramos, and Julia Salazar. The bill targets drivers who block or misuse bike lanes, using cameras to enforce the rules. The move puts pressure on the city to protect cyclists and pedestrians from daily danger.

• File S 5008, Open States, Published 2025-02-18

Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.

Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.

• File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13

A 38-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing 11 Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver, traveling southbound, caused the collision. The pedestrian was in shock and complained of pain and nausea after impact.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 11 Avenue and West 59th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The driver, a licensed male from New Jersey operating a 2012 Volvo sedan traveling southbound and going straight ahead, was involved in the crash. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The vehicle showed no damage, and the point of impact was noted as no damage. The data highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians even when crossing legally and the systemic dangers posed by vehicle interactions at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800320 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 57-year-old woman was struck by a westbound taxi on Riverside Boulevard. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock. Police cited the taxi driver's failure to yield and inattention as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Riverside Boulevard outside an intersection at 7:20 a.m. The taxi, traveling westbound and going straight ahead, struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly identifies the taxi driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the report emphasizes driver errors without attributing fault to the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792081 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Councilmember De La Rosa and others want permits for residential parking. Congestion pricing pushed more drivers uptown. Lawmakers say outsiders take local spots. Critics warn permits may spur more car ownership. No clear plan for safety or curb use.

On February 8, 2025, Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa and Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine called for a City Council pilot program to restrict street parking to permit holders. The debate follows congestion pricing, which, as the bill summary states, has made free street parking uptown scarce and pushed more drivers into residential neighborhoods. State Senator Robert Jackson sponsors a parallel bill in Albany. De La Rosa and Jackson argue that local residents lose parking to out-of-state drivers. Councilmember Gale Brewer warns that low permit prices could increase car ownership and worsen parking shortages, citing past failures in other cities. Kate Slevin of the Regional Plan Association questions whether a permit system would be enforced, given the city's history of placard abuse. The bill's impact on vulnerable road users remains unaddressed. No safety improvements or curb space repurposing are included.

• With congestion pricing in effect, push for parking permits in NYC gains momentum, gothamist.com, Published 2025-02-08

A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.

According to the New York Post (published February 6, 2025), Frances Rickard, 90, was crossing York Avenue at East 72nd Street around 5:40 p.m. when a yellow taxi, driven by a 68-year-old man, made a U-turn and struck her. Police said, “Moments later, a 35-year-old woman driving a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer also struck her.” Rickard was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she died. Both drivers remained at the scene and have not been charged. The sequence highlights the dangers of U-turns and multi-lane crossings for pedestrians. The intersection saw two vehicles collide with a vulnerable road user in quick succession, underscoring persistent risks in city street design and driver behavior.

• Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing York Avenue, New York Post, Published 2025-02-06

Tesla tore north on FDR. It struck a guardrail, flipped, split, burned. The woman driver died at the scene. Her passenger flew from the wreck. Firefighters battled battery flames. Northbound lanes shut. Metal, fire, speed, and loss marked the night.

NY Daily News (2025-02-04) reports a deadly crash on Manhattan's FDR Drive. A Tesla, traveling at high speed—witnesses estimated 'at least 120, 130 [mph]'—lost control near E. 70th St. The car struck a guardrail, overturned, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The driver died at the scene; her passenger survived. Firefighters and a hazmat team responded to extinguish the burning lithium-ion battery. The crash shut down northbound lanes. The article highlights excessive speed and the dangers of high-performance vehicles in urban settings. Emergency response was extensive, with 60 firefighters on scene.

• Tesla Crash Kills Woman On FDR Drive, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-04

Transit advocates and officials rallied at Grand Central. They demanded Governor Hochul fill a $33 billion gap in the MTA capital plan. Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal called transit vital for the region. Advocates stressed accessibility and equity. The state’s budget leaves riders exposed.

On February 2, 2025, State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal joined transit advocates at Grand Central Terminal to push for full funding of the MTA’s 2025-2029 capital plan. The rally targeted Governor Hochul’s $252 billion budget, which omits $33 billion needed for transit upgrades. The event, covered by amny.com, highlighted the matter: 'NYC transit advocates urge Hochul to fully fund MTA Capital Plan with guaranteed state budget revenue.' Hoylman-Sigal said, 'This is about the economic engine for the entire region.' Assembly Member Tony Simone and others demanded investment in transportation deserts and accessible stations. Advocates cited the MTA’s ADA settlement, noting only a quarter of stations are wheelchair-accessible, with the fewest in low-income areas. The rally underscored that without full funding, vulnerable riders—especially those with disabilities—face continued barriers and danger.

• NYC transit advocates urge Hochul to fully fund MTA Capital Plan with guaranteed state budget revenue, amny.com, Published 2025-02-02

Senate bill S 3832 orders advanced safety tech in all New York vehicles. DMV must set rules. Sponsors push for stricter standards. No direct safety impact analysis for pedestrians or cyclists yet.

Senate bill S 3832, now in sponsorship, demands advanced safety technology in all vehicles statewide. The bill instructs the DMV commissioner to create new rules. Filed January 30, 2025. The matter: 'Mandates the use of advanced safety technology in vehicles in the state.' Sponsors are Brad Hoylman-Sigal (primary), Michael Gianaris, and Kristen Gonzalez. No safety analyst has reviewed the bill's impact on vulnerable road users. The measure aims to raise standards but leaves details to future regulations.

• File S 3832, Open States, Published 2025-01-30

Senate bill S 3387 demands complete street design in all DOT projects with state or federal funds. Streets must serve walkers, cyclists, and riders. No more car-first roads. Sponsors push for safer, fairer streets.

Senate bill S 3387, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Senate. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects subject to oversight by the department of transportation,' would force all DOT projects using state or federal funds to include complete street design. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads as primary sponsor, joined by Patricia Fahy, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, and Liz Krueger. Their action aims to end car dominance and put vulnerable road users first. The bill was introduced January 27, 2025. No safety analyst note is available.

• File S 3387, Open States, Published 2025-01-27

Senator Hoylman-Sigal pushes a bill to force state cars to obey speed limits. Agencies must plan and install speed control tech. No loopholes. No delay. The city’s streets demand it.

Senate bill S 3042, introduced by Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), requires all state agencies to develop and execute a plan to equip their vehicles with active intelligent speed assistance systems. The bill was introduced on January 23, 2025, and is in the sponsorship stage. The matter title reads: 'Requires state agencies to prepare an active intelligent speed assistance system plan for the equipment of all state agency vehicles with active intelligent speed assistance systems.' Hoylman-Sigal leads the charge to rein in reckless state driving. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 3042, Open States, Published 2025-01-23

A Jeep rolled on West 64th and Amsterdam. Illness struck the driver. The SUV carried two. One man died in the seat, the left rear bumper marked by the crash. The street bore witness to sudden loss and silent danger.

A fatal crash occurred at West 64th Street and Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, a 73-year-old man driving a Jeep SUV suffered an illness while at the wheel. The report states, 'A 73-year-old man slumped at the wheel of a Jeep. Illness struck. The SUV rolled on. Two inside. One died in the driver’s seat. The left rear bumper bore the mark of the end.' The crash resulted in the death of the driver, who was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report lists 'Illnes' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors are cited. The incident highlights the systemic risks when medical emergencies occur behind the wheel, with the vehicle continuing uncontrolled and endangering all inside.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787051 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04