Harlem Bleeds: Streets Still Waiting for Action

A taxi driver fell asleep and rear-ended a stopped sedan on St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan. Three men in the sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash caused left rear bumper damage to the sedan and front-end damage to the taxi.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:00 PM on St Nicholas Ave near W 125 St in Manhattan. A taxi traveling southbound struck the left rear bumper of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The taxi driver was cited for falling asleep, a critical driver error leading to the collision. The sedan carried three male occupants, all injured with back pain and whiplash but none ejected from the vehicle. The driver of the sedan wore a lap belt; the front passenger also wore a lap belt, while the rear passenger used no safety equipment. The taxi sustained front-end damage, and the sedan's left rear bumper was damaged. The report lists no contributing factors from the victims, focusing on the taxi driver's failure to maintain control.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772843, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver struck a 25-year-old bicyclist on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The cyclist was partially ejected, suffering head abrasions. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact. Driver inattention was cited as the primary cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:40 on Frederick Douglass Blvd near W 120 St in Manhattan. A 25-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained head abrasions, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The SUV, occupied by two males, was parked before the crash and impacted on the right side doors, yet showed no damage. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver. The bicyclist also had 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' listed as contributing factors. No other victim behaviors were noted as contributing. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772278, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling west collided head-on with a bicyclist making a left turn eastbound on W 116 St. The 19-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg fractures. Driver inattention and inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on W 116 St struck a bicyclist who was making a left turn eastbound. The collision occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. The bicyclist, a 19-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, as well as the bicyclist's inexperience. The cyclist was conscious at the scene but seriously injured. The sedan driver was operating the vehicle straight ahead but failed to maintain attention, leading to the collision. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not noted to have any contributing fault beyond inexperience. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of cyclists in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4772447, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV traveling east on W 125 St hit a male pedestrian playing in the roadway at an intersection. The pedestrian was injured and incoherent after impact. The vehicle sustained damage to its left front bumper. Driver errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, a 2018 SUV driven by a licensed male driver was traveling straight ahead eastbound on W 125 St in Manhattan at 17:50 when it struck a male pedestrian playing in the roadway at an intersection near St Nicholas Ave. The pedestrian was injured and found incoherent at the scene, with injury severity rated as serious (level 3). The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The report lists contributing factors for the pedestrian as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No pedestrian behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights the danger posed by vehicles striking vulnerable road users in urban intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770588, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck by a westbound taxi on W 116 St caused injuries to the SUV driver. The impact hit the SUV’s right side doors and the taxi’s left front bumper. Driver distraction and inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the collision occurred at 16:57 on W 116 St in Manhattan. A 46-year-old male SUV driver, wearing a lap belt, suffered an eye injury and contusion. The SUV was traveling north and was impacted on the right side doors. The taxi, traveling west, struck the SUV with its left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' for both vehicles and adds 'Driver Inexperience' for the SUV driver as contributing factors. The SUV driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant. Vehicle damage included the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the taxi’s center front end. The crash highlights driver errors as the critical cause, with no victim fault noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768326, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bus traveling south struck a bicyclist heading east on West 124 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 37-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police report no vehicle damage and list unspecified contributing factors without victim fault.

According to the police report, a 2016 STARC bus was traveling straight south on West 124 Street when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 37-year-old female wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions to her knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of both vehicles. No vehicle damage was reported. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors cited. The bicyclist’s helmet use is noted but not identified as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the collision caused by the bus and the resulting injury to the vulnerable bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766617, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan driver’s inattention caused a collision with a helmeted 24-year-old bicyclist on West 124 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The sedan showed no damage, underscoring the impact on the vulnerable rider.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:31 on West 124 Street near Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling southbound collided with a southbound bicyclist. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist, a 24-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan, occupied by two males, showed no damage, indicating the severity of impact on the bicyclist. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766612, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted driver making a left turn struck a 36-year-old man crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The crash exposed failure to yield and driver inattention at a busy intersection.

According to the police report, at 7:40 p.m. on Saint Nicholas Avenue near West 114 Street in Manhattan, a vehicle traveling north made a left turn and struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The 36-year-old male pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, indicating the collision occurred during the turning maneuver. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to yield at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759276, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 25-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries while crossing 8 Avenue at West 125 Street. He was conscious and sustained abrasions. The police report notes no driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian crossed with the signal at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 8 Avenue and West 125 Street in Manhattan around 7:30 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred, resulting in abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors related to the driver or the pedestrian. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The lack of identified driver fault or contributing factors in the report highlights systemic dangers at this intersection despite lawful pedestrian behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755661, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old e-scooter driver suffered upper arm injuries after a collision with a sedan turning improperly on West 111 Street in Manhattan. The impact struck the scooter’s front and the sedan’s right side, highlighting dangerous turning maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:58 PM on West 111 Street near 7 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling north and an e-scooter traveling west both made right turns when the collision happened. The e-scooter driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with upper arm trauma but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the part of the sedan. The point of impact was the e-scooter’s center front end and the sedan’s right side doors, with damage to the sedan’s right front quarter panel. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash underscores the risks posed by improper vehicle turning in shared traffic spaces.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752188, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A teenage boy riding east on West 125th struck broken pavement and was hurled headfirst onto concrete. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious, bleeding from the head. Sirens wailed. The city’s fractured streets claimed another young rider.

According to the police report, a 15-year-old boy riding a bike eastbound on West 125th Street in Harlem struck defective pavement. The report states the cyclist was ejected and landed headfirst, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. He was found semiconscious, blood pooling on the concrete. The only listed contributing factors are 'Pavement Defective' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' underscoring the role of hazardous street conditions and lack of focus. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is not cited as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the dangers posed by neglected infrastructure and the systemic risks faced by vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751696, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 20-year-old male bicyclist suffered neck injuries and shock after a collision with a vehicle making a U-turn in Manhattan. The impact struck the bike’s right front bumper and the vehicle’s left front quarter panel. Driver errors contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:20 near West 125 Street in Manhattan. A vehicle was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling eastbound. The impact was on the vehicle’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s right front bumper. The bicyclist, a 20-year-old male, sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report cites driver errors including 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The bicyclist was not ejected and was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver. The data highlights the dangers posed by improper vehicle maneuvers such as U-turns in busy urban areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751670, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 32-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV hit her on West 111 Street. The driver, distracted and inexperienced, struck the pedestrian at the intersection, causing contusions and bruises. The victim remained conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 2023 Ford SUV traveling north on West 111 Street in Manhattan struck a 32-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with Lenox Avenue around 10:45 PM. The pedestrian was located in the roadway and sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV, indicating the pedestrian was hit on the vehicle's side. The driver was licensed but distracted, failing to avoid the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash, with no mention of contributing victim behavior. This incident highlights driver errors as the primary cause of harm.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750290, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 60-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a distracted SUV driver struck her while she crossed outside a crosswalk in Manhattan. The impact caused abrasions and left the pedestrian conscious but injured. Driver inattention was a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, at approximately 3:30 AM in Manhattan near West 125 Street, a 2023 Toyota SUV traveling west while changing lanes struck a 60-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, causing damage to the vehicle's front left. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to maintain attention while changing lanes directly led to the pedestrian's injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744206, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a bus collided with his bike’s rear on West 125th Street. The bus was traveling westbound, striking the cyclist who was passing improperly amid debris, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a westbound bus struck the center back end of his bike on West 125th Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist sustained abrasions to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the bus driver’s failure related to improper passing or lane usage and the presence of obstruction or debris as contributing factors. The collision point was the right side doors of the bus impacting the bike’s rear. The bicyclist’s contributing factors were unspecified, placing the focus on the bus driver’s errors. No victim fault or behavior was indicated as contributing in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744201, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bus and sedan collided on West 125 Street in Manhattan. The impact injured a 36-year-old male passenger, causing shoulder and upper arm contusions. The crash involved driver inattention and inexperience, highlighting critical driver errors behind the collision.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on West 125 Street in Manhattan involving a bus and a sedan, both initially parked. The impact was on the left front bumper of the bus and the right front bumper of the sedan. A 36-year-old male passenger in the bus was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his shoulder and upper arm. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles registered in New York. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. This incident underscores how driver errors, specifically inattention and lack of experience, can lead to collisions causing harm to vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738206, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Tesla SUV struck the right side of a Hyundai sedan making a left turn on 7 Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old woman, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited failure to yield and improper turning as causes.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:29 on 7 Avenue near West 123 Street in Manhattan. A 2023 Tesla SUV traveling south collided with a 2024 Hyundai sedan traveling west. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old female, was making a left turn when the SUV struck the right side doors of her vehicle, damaging the right rear quarter panel. The driver was injured with head trauma and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The Tesla SUV was going straight ahead and impacted the sedan with its center front end. Both drivers were licensed. The collision highlights driver errors involving yielding and turning maneuvers leading to serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737257, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped SUV on 8 Avenue in Manhattan. The striking driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 12:20 PM on 8 Avenue near West 121 Street in Manhattan, a 2013 Toyota SUV traveling north struck the rear of a stopped 2011 Nissan SUV. The impact occurred at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the stopped vehicle. The striking driver, a 35-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision highlights driver errors related to maintaining safe following distance and attentiveness.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734294, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck a 67-year-old cyclist at West 111th and 8th Avenue. The rider flew from his bike, head split, blood pooling on the street. Evening fell as he lay incoherent, victim of driver distraction and failure to yield.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on West 111th Street collided with a 67-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound at the corner of 8th Avenue. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head injuries and heavy bleeding. The report states the cab’s left front bumper was damaged in the crash. The cyclist was found incoherent at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors in the collision. The narrative describes blood on the street and the rider’s head split open. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is noted only after the driver’s errors, as listed in the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention in Manhattan’s dense streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732710, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi making a left turn collided with a westbound bicyclist on West 115 Street. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries with minor bleeding. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The cyclist was not ejected and was in shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 1:10 AM on West 115 Street involving a taxi and a bicyclist. The taxi was making a left turn while the bicyclist was traveling straight westbound. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper striking the center front end of the bicycle. The bicyclist, a 30-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with minor bleeding and was reported to be in shock. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The bicyclist was not ejected from the bike and was not cited with any contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the taxi's center front end and the bike's center front end. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during left turns.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731777, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15