About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 4
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 7
▸ Severe Lacerations 4
▸ Concussion 4
▸ Whiplash 12
▸ Contusion/Bruise 53
▸ Abrasion 15
▸ Pain/Nausea 13
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseYorkville’s kill zone: four deaths, hundreds hurt, and silence at the corners
Upper East Side-Yorkville: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Two men, a woman, and a cyclist are gone. Since 2022, this small part of Manhattan has logged 4 deaths and 463 injuries in crashes. The toll sits in the open data. No spin. Just names reduced to counts. NYC Open Data
- A 47‑year‑old man died at 2nd Ave and East 82nd in 2023. A box truck was going straight. The record says the pedestrian was at the intersection. NYC Open Data
- A 30‑year‑old woman was killed at York Ave and East 87th in 2024. Multiple vehicles appear in the report. She died at the corner. NYC Open Data
- A 28‑year‑old cyclist died on 2nd Ave in 2022. The record lists a bike going straight. He never made it home. NYC Open Data
- In 2025, a 55‑year‑old driver lost consciousness at East 83rd and York and died. Single vehicle. The street stayed the same. NYC Open Data
FDR Drive leads the injury list here. So does 2nd Avenue. East 96th and 1st Avenue trail behind. These are the repeat scenes. NYC Open Data
Where the bodies fall
Crash timing tells another story. Injuries spike at 3 p.m., 6 p.m., 6 a.m., noon, and into the night. Deaths hit at midnight, 5 a.m., 6 p.m., and 9 p.m. The clock keeps its own ledger. NYC Open Data
Pedestrians took the hardest blows: 2 deaths and 109 injuries. Cyclists: 1 death and 99 injuries. Car and truck occupants: 1 death and 236 injuries. Heavy boxes on wheels kill and maim, but so do sedans and SUVs. NYC Open Data
On causes, the city’s roll‑up is blunt: “other” leads the death count. Disregarded signals show up in one death. Distraction. Failure to yield. The words are dry until you stand in the crosswalk. NYC Open Data
Corners that don’t forgive
Name the hot zones. FDR Drive. 2nd Avenue. East 96th Street. 1st Avenue. City data flags them for repeated harm. Day after day. NYC Open Data
At 2nd Avenue and East 82nd, a truck going straight ended a man’s life. At York and East 87th, a woman died at the intersection. On 2nd Avenue in 2022, a cyclist died in a straight‑line crash. The geometry stays the same. The outcomes don’t. NYC Open Data
Simple fixes exist. Daylight the corners. Harden the turns. Give pedestrians a head start at the light. Protect the bike lane where riders actually fall. Target the repeat hours on the same blocks. The patterns are not a mystery. NYC Open Data
Citywide choices, local blood
Albany gave New York City the power to drop speeds on local streets. The city has not pulled the lever for a default 20. The law is there. The deaths continue. CrashCount: Take Action
The state also moved a bill to clamp the worst repeat speeders with speed‑limiting tech. In June, Senators Liz Krueger and José Serrano backed S 4045 in committee. The bill would force speed limiters on drivers who rack up violations. Open States
After two people were killed at Bowery and Canal by a car doing over 100 mph, the city said it would fortify the intersection and plan a broader redesign. “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said the transportation commissioner. Advocates answered that most of Canal “will remain deadly.” The pattern is familiar. Act after the funerals. Gothamist
What you can do now
- Lower the speed: Demand a citywide 20 mph default. Use the power already granted. CrashCount: Take Action
- Stop repeat offenders: Tell your legislators to pass the speed‑limiter bill for habitual violators. Open States
One corner. One fix. One less family getting the call.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
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▸ Other Geographies
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▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Upper East Side-Yorkville
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Man fatally struck by train at Harlem subway station▸
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Man fatally struck by train at Harlem subway station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-31
6
Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
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Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
- Man fatally struck by train at Harlem subway station, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-31
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station▸Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
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Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-06
4
Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 6 - A man lay on Harlem tracks. The northbound 5 train struck him. He died at the scene. Police found no crime. His name remains unknown. Subway lines stalled. The system moved on.
NY Daily News (2025-08-06) reports a 47-year-old man was killed by a northbound 5 train at 125th St. station in Harlem. Police said, "The man was unconscious and unresponsive on the tracks." No arrests were made. The cause of his presence on the tracks is unclear. Police stated, "There was no criminality." The incident halted 4 and 5 trains. The case highlights ongoing dangers for people in subway spaces and the lack of platform barriers.
- Man Killed By Train At Harlem Station, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-06
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights▸Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
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Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
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Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
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Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
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Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 4 - A driver struck a cyclist in Washington Heights. The cyclist survived. Neighbors say the intersection breeds danger. The driver fled. NYPD searches. Streets remain unsafe.
CBS New York reported on August 4, 2025, that a driver hit a cyclist in Washington Heights and left the scene. The article notes, "local residents say the intersection has been a problem for some time." The NYPD is searching for the driver. The incident highlights ongoing risks at this location and points to persistent systemic hazards for cyclists and pedestrians. No mention of charges or arrests. The crash underscores the need for stronger street design and enforcement.
- Cyclist Hit By Driver In Washington Heights, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-04
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Sedan Hits 13-Year-Old on E 89th▸Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
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Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Aug 3 - A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at E 89th and 2nd Ave in Manhattan. He suffered facial abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Police listed pedestrian confusion as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed; police noted no vehicle damage.
A sedan struck a 13-year-old boy at the intersection of E 89th Street and Second Avenue. The boy sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious when police arrived. According to the police report, the incident lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The driver, a 41-year-old woman, was licensed and reported wearing a seatbelt; police recorded no vehicle damage. The report records the pedestrian location as 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection' and his action as 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The account summarizes injuries and listed contributing factors without assigning extra causes beyond the report.
31
Improper Lane Use on 1st Injures Rider▸Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 31 - A turning sedan, a parked car, and a motorcycle crashed on 1st Avenue at East 92nd. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and hurt in the shoulder. Police recorded improper lane use.
A crash on 1st Avenue at East 92nd Street in Manhattan involved a motorcycle and two sedans. One driver was making a right turn. Another driver’s sedan was parked. The motorcyclist was traveling north. The 26-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder injury. No other injuries were specified. According to the police report, officers recorded “Passing or Lane Usage Improper” as a contributing factor. The turning sedan showed no damage, and the parked sedan listed a left rear quarter impact. The motorcycle showed damage at the left front. The report does not assign blame beyond the listed factor.
30
Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene▸Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 30 - A Nissan struck a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. The rider fell, hit his head, and lay critical as the red light blinked. The unlicensed driver fled. Police arrested him two hours later.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-30) reports a 21-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 65-year-old e-biker on Second Ave. near 14th St., leaving the rider with serious head trauma. The driver fled, but police arrested him two hours later, charging him with "leaving the scene of an accident that caused serious injury and driving without a license." The crash shut down Second Ave. between 14th and 15th Streets. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate. The article highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers and the consequences of fleeing crash scenes.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits E-Biker, Flees Scene, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-30
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
- City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
25
Cyclist Hurt After Sedan Collision on 3rd Avenue▸Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
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Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 25 - A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan and a bike collided on 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street. The rider suffered shoulder abrasions and remained conscious. Both vehicles were going straight. Police listed confusion and slippery pavement as factors.
On 3rd Avenue at East 93rd Street in Manhattan, a 36-year-old bicyclist was injured after a crash with a sedan. The rider suffered abrasions to the shoulder and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report," both the bike and the sedan were going straight when the crash occurred. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors. The driver of the sedan was licensed. The report does not list other driver errors or injuries to vehicle occupants.
25
Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision▸Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
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Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 25 - A firefighter fell from his motorcycle on FDR Drive. A car struck him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Police investigate. No arrests. The road claimed another life.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-25) reports Matthew Goicochea, 31, was killed after falling from his motorcycle and being struck by a car near E. 25th St. on FDR Drive. The driver did not remain at the scene. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The article states, "He was then struck by an unknown vehicle shortly thereafter, which did not remain on the scene." No arrests have been made. The crash highlights ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users on high-speed city highways and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers.
- Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-25
24
Taxi Left Turn Ejects Cyclist on 1st Ave▸Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 24 - The driver of a taxi turned left and hit a northbound cyclist on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street. The 28-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a lower-leg contusion. Police recorded failure to yield and unsafe speed as contributing factors.
A taxi driver made a left turn on 1st Avenue at East 93rd Street and struck a northbound cyclist. The 28-year-old bicyclist was ejected and sustained contusions to his knee, lower leg and foot; he was conscious after the impact. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the taxi driver and listed unsafe speed among contributing factors. The bicyclist’s record also lists unsafe speed. No injuries were reported for the taxi occupants. The report centers driver errors recorded by police and the harm to the cyclist.
24
Box Truck Passes Too Close, Sedan Driver Hurt▸Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 24 - A box truck passed too close to a sedan on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. Metal scraped metal. Police tied the crash to the passing truck.
A sedan and a box truck collided on the FDR Drive entrance at York Avenue. The sedan was going straight ahead. The box truck was passing. According to the police report, the box truck was "Passing Too Closely." Police recorded Passing Too Closely by the box truck driver as the contributing factor. The box truck’s left rear bumper struck the sedan’s right side doors. The 32-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering a contusion to her abdomen and pelvis. The box truck driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
24
Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port▸Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
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Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
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Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 24 - Two buses collided on a Port Authority ramp. The rear bus hit hard. Thirty injured. Passengers left on stretchers, necks braced. Steel and glass, pain and confusion. The ramp remains a danger.
ABC7 reported on July 24, 2025, that a New Jersey Transit bus rear-ended another on the Port Authority ramp near Dyer Avenue and West 39th Street. Surveillance video showed the rear bus 'zooming up the ramp and ramming the rear of the bus in front of it so hard that it physically pushed the bus forward.' At least 30 people suffered minor injuries, with 27 hospitalized. FDNY cited 'musculoskeletal injuries, neck pain, back pain.' The ramp, a known bottleneck, is set for replacement by 2032. The crash highlights risks in current bus terminal infrastructure and driver speed on crowded ramps.
- Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port, ABC7, Published 2025-07-24
22
Motorcycle Driver Injured in SUV Collision on E 92nd▸Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
-
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 22 - A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on East 92nd. The rider, 34, suffered crushed legs. Police cite outside distraction and inexperience. The crash left the rider partially ejected but conscious.
A 34-year-old motorcycle driver was injured after colliding with a parked SUV on East 92nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the rider suffered crush injuries to the lower leg and foot and was partially ejected from the motorcycle but remained conscious. Police list 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distraction and inexperience on city streets.
22
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two▸Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
-
Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 22 - A rented sedan sped off the Manhattan Bridge. It struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Canal Street. Both died at the scene. Police found alcohol and guns in the car. The driver tried to flee. The city failed to keep them safe.
Gothamist (2025-07-22) reports a Staten Island driver, Autumn Ascencio Romero, faces murder and other charges after killing a cyclist and a pedestrian in Chinatown. Prosecutors say she lost control of a rented car at high speed, striking Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok. Police found 'an open bottle of tequila in the car’s passenger area' and two pistols in the trunk. Witnesses saw the driver and a passenger try to flee. Romero had been charged in a prior Brooklyn crash involving a suspended license. The case highlights repeated driver offenses and gaps in enforcement.
- Driver Held After Chinatown Crash Kills Two, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-22
21
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at E 86th and 2nd▸Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 21 - A sedan hit a 29-year-old man at E 86th and 2nd. The car’s right front smashed his arm. Blood pooled. The driver, 75, stayed at the scene. View was blocked. The street did not forgive.
A 29-year-old pedestrian was struck by a sedan at the intersection of E 86th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the man suffered severe bleeding and a serious upper arm injury. The vehicle, a 2020 Mercedes sedan, was traveling straight when its right front quarter panel hit the pedestrian. The driver, a 75-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No other errors or equipment issues are noted.
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
-
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter, New York Post, Published 2025-07-21
20
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
-
Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
19
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
-
Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
17
DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 20 - A cyclist pedaled through Bowery and Canal. A speeding car lost control. Metal struck flesh. The rider died. Streets stayed loud. Danger lingered.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports that Kevin Cruickshank, 55, was killed while cycling at Bowery and Canal. Police said a 'speeding car lost control and struck him.' The crash highlights the ongoing risk to cyclists at busy intersections. The article notes the victim's identity and the circumstances but does not detail any charges. The incident underscores the threat posed by speeding vehicles and the need for stronger street safety measures.
- Cyclist Killed By Speeding Car In Chinatown, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-20
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge▸Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
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Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-19
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 19 - A Chevy sedan struck a cyclist and a pedestrian at Canal and Bowery. Both died at the scene. The drivers tried to flee but were caught. Metal twisted. Lives ended. The street stayed dangerous.
Gothamist (2025-07-19) reports a Chevy Malibu killed a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Manhattan Bridge at 7:30 a.m. Police say the car 'slammed into the two victims.' Two women driving the car tried to flee but were detained. No charges were filed by Saturday afternoon. The crash also damaged an NYPD van. The deaths follow recent city claims of record-low traffic fatalities, highlighting persistent risk at busy crossings.
- Chevy Sedan Kills Two Near Manhattan Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-19
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown▸Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
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DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown,
amny,
Published 2025-07-17
Jul 17 - A DOT worker fixing a sign near a bike lane was slashed by an e-bike rider with a box cutter. Blood on Broadway. The rider fled. The worker survived. No arrests. The city keeps moving.
According to amny (2025-07-17), a DOT worker was attacked by an e-bike rider at Broadway and Cedar Street while repairing a street sign. Police said the worker backed up his truck, nearly causing a crash with the cyclist. The rider then "whipped out a box cutter and slashed the worker in his left arm and back." The assailant fled. DOT condemned the attack, calling it "abhorrent." No arrests have been made. The incident highlights tensions at work sites near bike lanes and underscores the need for safe conditions for street workers.
- DOT Worker Slashed By E-Biker Downtown, amny, Published 2025-07-17