Three Dead. Four Broken. How Many More Before City Hall Acts?

A diesel truck passed too close on West 76th. The e-bike rider, helmet on, was crushed at the hip and killed. The truck rolled on, untouched. The street fell silent, holding the weight of sudden loss.

According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck traveling east on West 76th Street passed an e-bike rider 'too closely.' The 57-year-old woman riding the e-bike, who was wearing a helmet, was struck and crushed at the hip. She died at the scene. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, underscoring a critical driver error by the truck operator. The truck itself sustained no damage and continued on after the collision. The e-bike rider’s helmet use is noted in the report, but the fatal outcome was driven by the truck driver's failure to maintain a safe passing distance. The report offers no evidence of any error or contributing action by the e-bike rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706377, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old male bicyclist suffered a fractured lower leg after colliding with an SUV merging on Broadway. The crash involved improper lane usage by the vehicle and confusion by the bicyclist. The bicyclist was unlicensed and riding southbound.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway at 11:16. A 23-year-old male bicyclist traveling southbound was injured when struck by a 2013 Honda SUV merging into his lane. The SUV's right front bumper impacted the bicyclist, causing a fracture and dislocation to the knee and lower leg. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor on the vehicle driver's part. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted as a contributing factor for the bicyclist. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing safety equipment. The collision highlights driver error in merging maneuvers and the resulting harm to a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704412, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old female bicyclist suffered a head injury and concussion after an SUV struck her on Central Park West. The SUV was parked but improperly used its lane, causing the collision. The bicyclist remained conscious but injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:40 AM on Central Park West. A 2015 Toyota SUV, occupied by five people and driven by a licensed male driver, was parked but involved in the collision due to 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact occurred on the SUV's right side doors. The bicyclist, a 71-year-old female traveling northbound, was injured in the head and suffered a concussion. She was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The police report identifies the SUV driver's improper lane usage as the contributing factor. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. This incident highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle lane use near vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704191, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck two parked taxis on Henry Hudson Parkway. The SUV driver suffered a shoulder injury and contusion. Police cited passing too closely and following too closely as contributing factors. No pedestrians were involved or injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:45 AM on Henry Hudson Parkway. A 53-year-old male driver of a 2015 SUV was injured, sustaining a shoulder-upper arm injury and contusions. The report lists 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The SUV collided with two parked taxis, impacting their right front quarter panel and bumper. Both taxis were stationary before the crash. The SUV driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver errors related to vehicle spacing and passing maneuvers, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704414, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 77-year-old man crossing Columbus Avenue outside a crosswalk was struck by a southbound e-scooter. The pedestrian suffered severe lower leg injuries, including fractures and dislocations. The e-scooter showed no visible damage, highlighting the impact's force.

According to the police report, at 8:50 AM on Columbus Avenue, a 77-year-old male pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when he was hit by a southbound e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-scooter. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including fractures and dislocations, and remained conscious after the collision. The e-scooter sustained no visible 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 collision underscores the dangers posed by motorized vehicles to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697020, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep SUV traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway injured its 17-year-old front passenger during an unsafe lane change. The passenger suffered facial contusions while the vehicle’s front end collided with another vehicle’s rear center.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:15 AM on Henry Hudson Parkway. The Jeep SUV, driven by a male with a learner's permit, was traveling south and going straight ahead when it collided with another vehicle changing lanes unsafely. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end striking the center back end of the other vehicle. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors. The injured party was a 17-year-old female front passenger in the SUV, who sustained facial contusions and was conscious after the crash. Safety equipment deployed included an airbag and lap belt harness. The driver’s unsafe lane change was a critical factor in causing the collision and subsequent injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4696969, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi and a sedan collided head-on on Broadway. The taxi driver, an 82-year-old man, suffered injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.

According to the police report, at 10:56 AM on Broadway, a 2016 Ford taxi traveling east and a 2013 Chrysler sedan traveling south collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi and the right front bumper of the sedan. The taxi driver, an 82-year-old male occupant, was injured and experienced shock but was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York, with the sedan driver holding a permit. The taxi driver was restrained by a lap belt. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors in the report. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the front ends, indicating a frontal collision caused by driver error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692437, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A collision on Henry Hudson Parkway injured two occupants. Both suffered neck injuries. The driver of the SUV was distracted. The crash left both vehicles damaged.

A crash occurred on Henry Hudson Parkway involving a Ford SUV and an Audi sedan. Two occupants, a 36-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old female passenger, sustained neck injuries and were conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' Both individuals were wearing lap belts and harnesses. The SUV was stopped in traffic when it was struck by the sedan, which was traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred at the left rear bumper of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691280, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A passenger was injured in a collision involving a Ford SUV in Manhattan. The driver was unlicensed. The impact was severe, causing back injuries and whiplash.

A 32-year-old male passenger sustained injuries in a crash involving a Ford SUV in Manhattan. According to the police report, the driver was unlicensed and was involved in improper lane usage. The passenger, seated in the front, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The vehicle was traveling east when it collided with another vehicle, resulting in damage to the left front bumper. The driver was licensed, but the other vehicle's driver was not. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690907, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old man was injured crossing West 96 Street against the signal. The SUV, driven by a woman with a permit, hit him at the intersection. He suffered abrasions and arm injuries. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel was damaged.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 96 Street at the intersection with Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck by a 2012 Chevrolet SUV traveling east. The SUV was driven by a female driver holding a permit from Connecticut. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, causing damage to the left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, but notes the pedestrian crossed against the signal. No helmet or signaling factors were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694199, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 50-year-old male passenger was injured in a collision involving a box truck and an SUV. The impact caused significant damage and left him with a knee injury. He was conscious at the scene.

A crash occurred in Manhattan when a box truck and a station wagon collided. The 50-year-old male passenger in the SUV sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the contributing factors included 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The truck was parked prior to the crash, while the SUV was traveling straight ahead. The passenger was wearing a lap belt at the time of the incident. No other details about the crash were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690751, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi traveling south struck a sedan making a left turn on West 97 Street in Manhattan. The sedan’s driver, a 62-year-old man, suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on West 97 Street collided with a sedan making a left turn. The sedan’s 62-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back trauma and shock. The taxi’s left front quarter panel and the sedan’s center front end were damaged. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The sedan driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant of his vehicle. The taxi was also occupied by a single licensed male driver. The crash occurred in Manhattan’s 10025 zip code near Broadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689765, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 70-year-old woman crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by an eastbound e-bike on West 89th Street. She suffered a head injury and concussion. The e-bike operator disregarded traffic control and traveled at unsafe speed. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 70-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by an e-bike traveling east on West 89th Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when the collision occurred. The report lists the e-bike operator's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Unsafe Speed." The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The e-bike struck the pedestrian at the center front end while going straight ahead. This crash highlights the dangers posed by e-bikes disregarding traffic controls and traveling at unsafe speeds in areas with vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685606, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped traveling west on West 83 Street hit a 32-year-old male pedestrian outside an intersection. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver’s unsafe speed and aggressive driving caused the crash.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west on West 83 Street struck a 32-year-old male pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver’s contributing factors as unsafe speed and aggressive driving or road rage. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash and suffered serious lower limb injuries. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683790, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan stopped in traffic was rear-ended by a taxi on West 86 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The taxi driver fell asleep and followed too closely. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on West 86 Street rear-ended a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan's driver, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report lists the taxi driver's errors as falling asleep and following too closely. Both vehicles showed no damage despite the collision. The taxi driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The sedan was stationary when struck from behind. No other persons were injured or ejected.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682795, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 46-year-old man riding a motorcycle south on West 77 Street was ejected after colliding with a bus. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The bus had no occupants.

According to the police report, a motorcycle driver was injured after a collision with a bus on West 77 Street. The 46-year-old male driver was ejected from his motorcycle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle was traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, impacting the left front quarter panel of the bus. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any specific driver errors. The bus had no occupants and showed no damage. The motorcyclist was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684147, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 8-year-old boy crossing Riverside Drive with the signal was hit by a bike traveling east. The child suffered a head abrasion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The bike’s front center collided with the pedestrian at the intersection.

According to the police report, a bike traveling east on Riverside Drive struck an 8-year-old pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 85 Street. The child sustained a head abrasion and was injured. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The bike’s center front end was the point of impact. There is no mention of helmet use or other safety equipment. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678383, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck a bicyclist from behind on West 79 Street. The cyclist suffered chest bruises but remained conscious. The crash damaged the left side of both vehicles. Police cited the taxi driver for following too closely and unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on West 79 Street collided with a bicyclist also traveling west. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, sustained chest contusions but was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of both vehicles. The taxi driver was cited for following too closely and unsafe speed. The bicyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of the taxi and the left front quarter panel of the bike. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677255, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 49-year-old man driving a sedan suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries after an SUV backed unsafely into his vehicle. The crash occurred on Henry Hudson Parkway. The sedan driver was conscious and restrained. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway backed unsafely into a sedan also traveling south. The sedan driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The SUV was stopped in traffic before the collision, which impacted the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677667, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 43-year-old man was hit by a sedan while working in the roadway on West 86 Street. The driver, distracted and facing glare, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle’s front center. The man suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on West 86 Street struck a pedestrian working in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian, a 43-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The report lists the driver’s inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with glare affecting visibility. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its center front end. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or pedestrian error were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676573, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15