No Deaths, No Excuses: The Upper East Side Still Bleeds

A cyclist turning left on Park Avenue was hit by an SUV. She suffered a leg injury and shock. The SUV showed no damage. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The street stayed busy. The crash left a mark.

A crash on Park Avenue at East 65th Street in Manhattan left a 30-year-old female cyclist injured. According to the police report, the cyclist was making a left turn when an SUV traveling straight struck her. She suffered abrasions and a knee-to-foot injury, and was in shock. The SUV had no reported damage. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the SUV's occupants. The data highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets when drivers are inattentive.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819291, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan struck a man crossing E 60th Street with the signal. The driver was unlicensed. The pedestrian suffered arm abrasions. The car showed no damage. The crash left the man conscious but hurt. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.

A 41-year-old man was hit by a sedan while crossing E 60th Street at Park Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. He suffered abrasions to his arm but remained conscious. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, was unlicensed at the time of the crash. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan, registered in New Jersey, was making a left turn and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors. The unlicensed status of the driver stands out as a key systemic failure.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815139, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Ford sedan struck a 73-year-old man crossing E 75th Street with the signal. The crash left him bruised and hurt. The car’s left front bumper hit. The driver turned right. The street stayed busy. The system failed the walker.

A Ford sedan, making a right turn onto E 75th Street at Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, struck a 73-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his arm. The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the danger at intersections, especially for older pedestrians, even when they follow the signal.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815136, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two cars crashed on Lexington. Both drivers went straight. One driver was unlicensed. Distraction ruled the moment. One man hurt his neck. A taxi and an SUV met hard. Metal bent. Sirens followed.

A taxi and an SUV crashed on Lexington Avenue near East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when they collided. One driver, a 42-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and concussion. The other driver, a 36-year-old man, was not reported injured. Both vehicles listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report makes clear: distraction and lack of a valid license played a role in this crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812311, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan struck a 23-year-old cyclist turning left at Park Avenue and East 61st Street. The crash threw her from her bike. She lay on the pavement, conscious but bruised, clutching her back as traffic moved around her in the Manhattan dusk.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Park Avenue collided with a cyclist making a left turn at East 61st Street. The 23-year-old woman riding the bike was ejected and sustained a back contusion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The data also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but does not specify further. No information about helmet use or signaling is provided in the report. The incident highlights the persistent danger faced by cyclists navigating Manhattan streets alongside inattentive drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803714, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal scraped and glass rattled as two SUVs collided at E 90th Street and Lexington Avenue. A 61-year-old woman in the right rear seat felt pain in her back and shock. Sirens cut through the early morning air as responders arrived.

According to the police report, two SUVs crashed at the intersection of E 90th Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. A 61-year-old female passenger riding in the right rear seat suffered a back injury and reported pain and shock. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the crash. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report. The collision underscores the consequences of disregarding traffic controls and inexperienced driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804029, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted SUV driver struck a stopped sedan on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan’s driver suffered back injuries and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of driver inattention and unsafe speed in dense city traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 5th Avenue near East 62nd Street in Manhattan at midnight. A BMW SUV traveling southbound, driven by a 39-year-old male, rear-ended a stopped Nissan sedan. The SUV driver was cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed,' contributing directly to the collision. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV striking the center back end of the sedan. Vehicle damage was consistent with a rear-end collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report emphasizes driver errors—distraction and excessive speed—as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802848, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted taxi driver made a right turn on East 96th Street in Manhattan. The vehicle’s center front end struck an object or surface, violently jarring a rear-seat passenger. She suffered a head contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 2014 Toyota taxi was traveling east on East 96th Street in Manhattan at 7:38 p.m. The driver, a licensed male, was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end, which sustained damage. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating a clear failure of the driver to maintain focus. The injured party was a 42-year-old female passenger seated in the rear of the vehicle, restrained by a lap belt and harness. She suffered a head injury described as a contusion or bruise but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on the driver’s distraction as the cause of the crash and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802593, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 26-year-old woman crossing with the signal was hit by a northbound SUV making a right turn on East 72nd Street. The vehicle failed to yield right-of-way, striking her in the head and causing a contusion. She remained conscious after the impact.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of East 72nd Street and Madison Avenue in Manhattan around 6:45 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a northbound 2024 Chevrolet SUV made a right turn and struck her with the right front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian legally crossing the street. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious after the collision. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The driver’s failure to yield created a hazardous situation resulting in the pedestrian’s injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798146, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on East 65th Street in Manhattan. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s center back end. A 59-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the driver error behind the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on East 65th Street in Manhattan collided around 8:00 PM. The rear vehicle impacted the center back end of the front car. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver error by the trailing sedan. A 59-year-old female occupant seated in the right rear passenger position of the rear vehicle sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passenger's behavior or safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted at the center back end of the rear sedan, while the front car showed no damage. The driver of the rear vehicle was licensed in New York. This crash highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795227, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 50-year-old man suffered facial injuries and shock after a taxi struck him at an intersection on Park Ave. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The taxi was making a right turn at impact, with no reported vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southeast on Park Ave was making a right turn when its right front bumper struck a 50-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained facial injuries and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2019 Nissan vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The pedestrian was crossing legally with the signal, and no vehicle damage was noted. The crash occurred at 7:39 PM in Manhattan's 10128 zip code. The data highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians even when crossing lawfully.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790241, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted taxi driver struck a bicyclist traveling east on Park Avenue. The cyclist suffered back contusions but remained conscious. The crash left damage on the taxi’s left side doors and the bike’s front end, underscoring driver inattention and unsafe speed.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Park Avenue was stopped in traffic when it struck a bicyclist also traveling east. The point of impact was the taxi’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 33-year-old male, sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites the taxi driver’s contributing factors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Unsafe Speed." The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and male. The crash occurred at 20:16 in Manhattan’s 10128 zip code. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and speed, with no contributing factors attributed to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786311, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck traveling south collided with a westbound bicyclist on Lexington Avenue. The cyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. According to the police report, bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash, highlighting dangerous interactions between trucks and vulnerable riders.

According to the police report, at 12:52 AM on Lexington Avenue near East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a box truck traveling south struck a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating the cyclist's confusion played a role. The box truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, with impact occurring at the truck's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment. This collision underscores the systemic danger posed by large trucks interacting with vulnerable bicyclists in Manhattan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4785366, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A taxi struck the rear left bumper of a sedan traveling south on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely and other vehicular factors as causes. No pedestrians involved.

According to the police report, at 12:01 PM on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, a taxi collided with the left rear bumper of a sedan traveling south. The sedan's 30-year-old male driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries and reported whiplash. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the taxi's part. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of impact. The sedan driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this crash. The taxi driver held a valid New York license, and the sedan driver held a valid New Jersey license. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the taxi's front center and the sedan's left rear bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4779453, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan collided with an e-bike on East 78th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:46 on East 78th Street near Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan, which was parked and then moved south, struck an e-bike traveling southbound. The point of impact was the sedan's right front quarter panel and the e-bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction, as well as improper passing or lane usage, as contributing factors. Passenger distraction in the sedan was also noted. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New Jersey and had two occupants in the vehicle. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of the e-bike.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768007, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An 82-year-old woman suffered head injuries and incoherence after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection on East 96 Street. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, causing the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, at 12:33 PM on East 96 Street near Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, a 2005 Ford SUV making a left turn struck an 82-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained head injuries with minor bleeding and was incoherent at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV's center front end impacted the pedestrian, causing injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling northeast. The collision highlights critical driver errors, specifically distraction and failure to yield, which directly led to the pedestrian's injury. The pedestrian's lawful crossing did not prevent the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765917, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Steel met bone on Lexington Avenue as a Hyundai sedan crashed into a turning TAIZH. The driver’s leg shattered. No airbags. No mercy. Rush hour traffic swallowed the screams and the long wait for help began.

A Hyundai sedan collided with a TAIZH vehicle at Lexington Avenue near East 86th Street, according to the police report. The crash occurred during rush hour, with both vehicles traveling south. The report states the Hyundai driver struck the turning TAIZH, resulting in the Hyundai driver suffering severe crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the primary contributing factors were 'Following Too Closely' and 'Passing Too Closely.' The narrative describes the impact as 'steel on bone,' with the driver remaining conscious as he waited for aid. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. No vehicle damage was recorded, but the human toll was immediate and severe. The crash underscores the danger when drivers follow or pass too closely, especially amid heavy traffic and complex maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4764982, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 75-year-old man pedaled east on East 96th. Something struck him from behind. He fell hard. Blood spilled from his neck. His bike twisted on the pavement. The street stayed silent. The wheels kept turning.

A 75-year-old male bicyclist was riding eastbound near 112 East 96th Street in Manhattan when he was struck from behind, according to the police report. The report states, 'Something struck him from behind. He fell. Blood poured from his neck onto the pavement. His bike lay twisted.' The cyclist suffered severe bleeding from the neck and was listed as injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both involved parties, and the second vehicle is described as 'Unspecified.' The point of impact was the center back end of the bicycle, indicating a rear-end collision. No driver errors are explicitly cited in the data, but the narrative and vehicle damage confirm the cyclist was hit from behind while traveling straight ahead. No victim behaviors are listed as contributing factors. The incident highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users even in the absence of clear driver accountability.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4783386, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An 18-year-old woman suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries and a concussion after being struck by an SUV making a right turn on Lexington Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision at a Manhattan intersection.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 AM on Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. An 18-year-old female pedestrian, crossing with the signal at the intersection, was injured when a 2017 RAM SUV making a right turn struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and suffered a concussion but remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling southbound. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. This collision highlights driver errors in yielding and attentiveness as the cause of harm to a lawful pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759702, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A southbound school bus collided with a bicyclist on East 68 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered head injuries and abrasions but was conscious. The bus showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male bicyclist traveling south on East 68 Street was struck by a southbound school bus. The point of impact was the bus's right rear bumper and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained head injuries and abrasions, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The bus driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead, with no vehicle damage reported. The report lists contributing factors for the bicyclist as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors for the bus driver. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The lack of specified driver errors highlights systemic danger in this collision involving a large vehicle and a vulnerable road user.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759671, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14