Apr 12 - A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.

The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.

• Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12

Apr 11 - Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.

• Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.

• File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10

Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.

Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.

• Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07

Apr 6 - Metal tears at dusk on Broadway. A truck and sedan, too close, too fast. Two men, both thirty-two, take blows to the head. Blood stains seats. Parked cars left gashed and silent. The street grows cold.

A truck and a sedan collided on West 146th Street at Broadway. Two men, both age thirty-two, suffered head injuries and concussions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' The impact left parked cars damaged, their doors torn open. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles pass too close and change lanes unsafely. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Evening fell as the street filled with broken glass and blood.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 3 - A man, 28, hit at Broadway and West 143rd. He suffered a bruised leg. The crash left him conscious but hurt. No driver errors listed. The street stays dangerous.

A 28-year-old man walking at the intersection of Broadway and West 143rd Street in Manhattan was struck and injured. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious at the scene. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type and details remain unspecified. The crash highlights the ongoing risk faced by pedestrians on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803217 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 3 - A stolen SUV crashed and burned in Inwood. Two NYPD officers chased it, then left the wreck. The driver died in the flames. The officers returned to their Bronx precinct. They did not report the crash. Both are now suspended.

According to the NY Daily News (April 3, 2025), two NYPD officers pursued a stolen Honda CR-V from the Bronx into Manhattan. The chase ended when the SUV crashed into a building near Dyckman St and burst into flames. The officers 'fled the scene,' leaving the driver, who died in the fire. Surveillance footage showed their patrol car leaving. The officers did not report the incident and finished their shift. Both were suspended as the NYPD Force Investigation Division launched a probe. This crash comes after the NYPD tightened pursuit policies, now allowing chases only for felonies or violent misdemeanors. The department aims to avoid pursuits that 'lead to crashes and injure other motorists and pedestrians.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said police would instead use 'advanced tools of modern-day policing' to track suspects.

• Officers Flee Scene After Fatal Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-03

Mar 29 - A 58-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn on W 142 St. The impact caused a head contusion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, according to the police report, leaving the pedestrian injured but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 AM on W 142 St near Amsterdam Ave in Manhattan. A 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal at an intersection when she was hit by a northbound SUV making a left turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the vehicle driver. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV showed no vehicle damage despite striking the pedestrian with its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating a 2024 SUV registered in New Jersey. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 28 - A 32-year-old male bicyclist suffered chest injuries and shock after a collision with a northbound SUV on St. Nicholas Avenue. The SUV was parked before impact. Police cite improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:28 on St. Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. A 32-year-old male bicyclist traveling north was injured when struck by a northbound Honda SUV that was parked prior to the collision. The bicyclist sustained chest injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the bike. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and from Pennsylvania. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior or equipment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802075 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - SUV turned left on St Nicholas Ave. Struck a woman crossing with the signal. Both driver and pedestrian injured. Driver failed to yield. Impact left the pedestrian bruised and in shock.

According to the police report, a northbound SUV made a left turn at St Nicholas Ave and W 150 St in Manhattan and struck a 36-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. The 39-year-old driver was also injured and reported in shock. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, but this was not listed as a contributing factor. The SUV had no visible damage despite a center front impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802009 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 27 - A speeding SUV struck the rear of a sedan traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway. The sedan’s driver suffered chest injuries and whiplash. Airbags deployed and seat belts restrained the driver, who remained conscious after the violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight on Henry Hudson Parkway. A 50-year-old male driver of a sedan was injured when a 2023 SUV traveling north at unsafe speed rear-ended his vehicle. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the SUV hitting the center front end of the sedan. The sedan driver sustained chest injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belts deployed and restrained the driver. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s failure to control speed led to the collision. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801478 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 6 - A stolen minivan tore through Harlem. The driver ran from police. He struck Devon Hughley on a scooter. Hughley died at Harlem Hospital. The driver fled. Police used facial recognition. They arrested Enesin Delarosa. Grief lingers. Memorials remain.

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

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

Feb 24 - Upper Manhattan will swap sidewalk garbage bags for curbside bins. Nearly 80% of apartments join the pilot. Parking gives way to cleaner streets. Council Member Abreu backs the move. Advocates say bins clear paths for walkers. The city aims for citywide rollout.

On February 24, 2025, Council Member Shaun Abreu announced support for a pilot in Manhattan’s Community Board 9, replacing sidewalk garbage bags with curbside containers. The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will launch the program by June 1, 2025, with nearly 80% of apartments participating. The pilot, which follows earlier bin tests, repurposes parking spots for stationary bins. Abreu, co-sponsoring a bill with Council Member Crystal Hudson, called the shift 'a necessary public good' despite the loss of parking. The bill would require on-street containers for buildings with 10 or more units citywide by 2032. Advocates and DSNY officials highlight the benefit for pedestrians: 'People don’t want garbage on the sidewalk, and it makes perfect sense to put it in the roadway.' The pilot will run for a year, aiming to clear sidewalks and improve safety for those on foot.

• ‘Trash Revolution’: Curbside Containers Coming to Most Apartments in Uptown Pilot, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-02-24

Feb 13 - A 3-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by an eastbound SUV on W 146 St. She suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The driver, proceeding straight, made contact with the pedestrian at the right front bumper with no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 3-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2018 Jeep SUV traveling eastbound on W 146 St near Amsterdam Ave in Manhattan. The report states the pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time of the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor, indicating the child’s presence in the roadway contributed to the crash. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report does not mention any other contributing factors or safety equipment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793100 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.

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

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

Feb 6 - A 90-year-old woman died on York Avenue. A cab made a U-turn and struck her. Another car hit her moments later. She was rushed to the hospital. Both drivers stayed. She did not survive.

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

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

Feb 4 - A Tesla hit a guardrail on the FDR. The car flipped, burned. The driver died at the scene. Her passenger survived but was badly hurt. Debris scattered. Police closed lanes for hours. The cause is still under investigation.

According to the New York Post (2025-02-04), a Tesla crashed on Manhattan's FDR Drive near 70th Street early Tuesday. The car struck a guardrail, flipped, and caught fire. Both occupants were ejected. The article states, 'A female driver was killed and her passenger seriously injured after they were tossed from a Tesla that flipped and then burst into flames.' The driver died at the scene; the passenger was hospitalized in stable condition. Photos showed 'large pieces of the vehicle scattered across the road.' Police have not determined if speed was a factor and continue to investigate. The crash closed all northbound lanes for several miles as fire crews responded. The incident highlights the violent consequences of high-speed impacts and the dangers posed by vehicle ejection and fire.

• Tesla Crash Ejects Two On FDR Drive, New York Post, Published 2025-02-04

Jan 26 - A 75-year-old man driving a station wagon sport utility vehicle suffered elbow and lower arm injuries after his SUV backed unsafely in Manhattan. The crash caused pain and shock, with damage to the vehicle’s right rear bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:55 PM near West 154th Street in Manhattan. The driver, a 75-year-old male occupant of a 2014 Honda SUV, was injured when the vehicle backed unsafely, striking an object or surface with the right rear bumper. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The driver sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, experienced shock, and complained of pain or nausea. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The vehicle damage was limited to the right rear bumper. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved. The incident highlights the dangers posed by unsafe backing maneuvers in urban traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788560 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 24 - A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a collision with an SUV on Broadway. Both vehicles were traveling southbound. The SUV struck the bike’s left front quarter panel with its right front bumper. No driver errors were specified.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway near 3495 Broadway in Manhattan at 17:12. A 20-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. Both the SUV and the bike were traveling straight ahead southbound when the SUV’s right front bumper impacted the bike’s left front quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was reported as none for both the SUV and the bike. The bicyclist’s safety equipment status is unknown, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788551 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 22 - A northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The sedan’s female driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan around midnight. A northbound station wagon/SUV collided with the center back end of a northbound sedan. The sedan’s 39-year-old female driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The police report identifies driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the SUV struck the sedan’s left rear bumper with its right front bumper. No ejections occurred, and the sedan driver was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19