Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Harlem (North)?
Harlem’s Streets Bleed—It’s Time to End the Killing Field
Harlem (North): Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 10, 2025
The Toll in Harlem (North)
A child’s shoe in the crosswalk. Blood on the curb. In the last twelve months, two people died and nine were seriously injured on the streets of Harlem (North). Another 261 were hurt. The dead include a three-year-old girl, struck by an SUV while crossing with the signal at Lenox and 135th. Her mother survived, injured and alone. The SUV was making a left turn. The girl was crossing with the light. The driver kept his license. The girl lost her life. NYC Open Data
A 59-year-old man on a bike was killed by a bus at Lenox and 138th. He was crushed. The bus kept going straight. The cyclist did not. NYC Open Data
Most victims are not in cars. They are walking. They are riding. They are children, elders, workers. They are not protected by steel or speed.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Council Member Yusef Salaam has voted for laws to legalize jaywalking, co-sponsored bills for more protected bike lanes, and pushed for speed humps and safer crossings. He voted yes to let pedestrians cross where they need to, ending the city’s war on so-called jaywalkers. The law’s aim: streets for people, not just cars. The law requires the Department of Transportation to educate all road users about these new rights.
Salaam also co-sponsored a bill to force the city to build 100 miles of protected bike lanes each year. The bill’s summary is plain: protected lanes increase cycling and ensure the safety of New Yorkers.
But the danger does not wait for new paint. SUVs and cars still do the most harm. In this region, they killed one, seriously injured four, and hurt 166 more. Trucks and buses killed one and injured 18. Bikes and mopeds injured eight and five, but killed no one. NYC Open Data
The Disaster Is Slow, But It Is Not Fate
Every crash is a choice made upstream. Streets built for speed. Laws that let repeat speeders keep driving. These are not accidents.
Protected lanes increase cycling and ensure the safety of New Yorkers.
The law requires the Department of Transportation to educate all road users about these new rights.
What You Can Do
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand action, not delay.
Every day you wait, someone else pays.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Unicyclist Critically Hurt In Park Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739974 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-10
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
- Woman Killed By Train At Union Square, New York Post, Published 2025-07-03
- Two Killed By Trains In Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- Bus Crash Shuts Down Port Authority, ABC7, Published 2025-07-02
- Unicyclist Critically Hurt In Park Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
- Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-20
- Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
Other Representatives
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District 30
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▸ Other Geographies
Harlem (North) Harlem (North) sits in Manhattan, Precinct 32, District 9, AD 70, SD 30, Manhattan CB10.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Harlem (North)
Cyclist Ejected in SUV and Motorcycle Collision▸A cyclist flew from his bike on W 141 St. SUV and motorcycle crashed. Faces and arms bloodied. Traffic control ignored. Pain and abrasion marked the aftermath.
A crash on W 141 St at St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan involved a cyclist, a motorcycle, and an SUV. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and injured his face. The motorcycle driver, 44, suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor for all involved. The SUV and motorcycle drivers were also listed as injured or affected. The cyclist's helmet use was unknown, but the main cause was failure to obey traffic controls.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Harlem Collision▸A moped and sedan collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. An 11-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. The moped driver was unlicensed.
A moped and a sedan crashed on Frederick Douglass Blvd at W 155 St in Manhattan. An 11-year-old girl riding as a passenger on the moped was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' contributed to the crash. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man, was also ejected. Police noted the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' factors as well. Helmet use was recorded for the passenger. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants.
2Sedans Collide on W 135 St, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave. Three people injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave in Manhattan. Three occupants—two passengers and one driver—were injured, suffering arm, shoulder, and full-body pain. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left three people hurt and others shaken. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The impact shows how ignoring basic rules puts passengers and drivers at risk.
SUV Strikes Moped on Frederick Douglass Blvd▸SUV and moped collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A collision between an SUV and a moped occurred on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the moped’s front end were damaged. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not. No pedestrians were involved. Systemic danger remains for those on smaller vehicles.
Sedan Hits Debris, Slams Parked Car on Harlem River Drive▸A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A cyclist flew from his bike on W 141 St. SUV and motorcycle crashed. Faces and arms bloodied. Traffic control ignored. Pain and abrasion marked the aftermath.
A crash on W 141 St at St Nicholas Ave in Manhattan involved a cyclist, a motorcycle, and an SUV. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and injured his face. The motorcycle driver, 44, suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was a contributing factor for all involved. The SUV and motorcycle drivers were also listed as injured or affected. The cyclist's helmet use was unknown, but the main cause was failure to obey traffic controls.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Harlem Collision▸A moped and sedan collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. An 11-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. The moped driver was unlicensed.
A moped and a sedan crashed on Frederick Douglass Blvd at W 155 St in Manhattan. An 11-year-old girl riding as a passenger on the moped was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' contributed to the crash. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man, was also ejected. Police noted the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' factors as well. Helmet use was recorded for the passenger. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants.
2Sedans Collide on W 135 St, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave. Three people injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave in Manhattan. Three occupants—two passengers and one driver—were injured, suffering arm, shoulder, and full-body pain. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left three people hurt and others shaken. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The impact shows how ignoring basic rules puts passengers and drivers at risk.
SUV Strikes Moped on Frederick Douglass Blvd▸SUV and moped collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A collision between an SUV and a moped occurred on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the moped’s front end were damaged. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not. No pedestrians were involved. Systemic danger remains for those on smaller vehicles.
Sedan Hits Debris, Slams Parked Car on Harlem River Drive▸A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A moped and sedan collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. An 11-year-old passenger was ejected and injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. The moped driver was unlicensed.
A moped and a sedan crashed on Frederick Douglass Blvd at W 155 St in Manhattan. An 11-year-old girl riding as a passenger on the moped was ejected and suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' contributed to the crash. The moped driver, a 45-year-old man, was also ejected. Police noted the moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' factors as well. Helmet use was recorded for the passenger. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants.
2Sedans Collide on W 135 St, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed at W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave. Three people injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave in Manhattan. Three occupants—two passengers and one driver—were injured, suffering arm, shoulder, and full-body pain. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left three people hurt and others shaken. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The impact shows how ignoring basic rules puts passengers and drivers at risk.
SUV Strikes Moped on Frederick Douglass Blvd▸SUV and moped collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A collision between an SUV and a moped occurred on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the moped’s front end were damaged. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not. No pedestrians were involved. Systemic danger remains for those on smaller vehicles.
Sedan Hits Debris, Slams Parked Car on Harlem River Drive▸A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Two sedans crashed at W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave. Three people injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of W 135 St and Edgecombe Ave in Manhattan. Three occupants—two passengers and one driver—were injured, suffering arm, shoulder, and full-body pain. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left three people hurt and others shaken. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The impact shows how ignoring basic rules puts passengers and drivers at risk.
SUV Strikes Moped on Frederick Douglass Blvd▸SUV and moped collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A collision between an SUV and a moped occurred on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the moped’s front end were damaged. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not. No pedestrians were involved. Systemic danger remains for those on smaller vehicles.
Sedan Hits Debris, Slams Parked Car on Harlem River Drive▸A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
SUV and moped collided on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite vehicular factors. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A collision between an SUV and a moped occurred on Frederick Douglass Blvd in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. The moped driver wore a helmet. The SUV’s left rear bumper and the moped’s front end were damaged. The SUV driver was licensed; the moped driver was not. No pedestrians were involved. Systemic danger remains for those on smaller vehicles.
Sedan Hits Debris, Slams Parked Car on Harlem River Drive▸A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A KIA sedan struck debris, veered, and crashed into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. Six people, belted and bruised, sat stunned in the dark. Shock and pain lingered on Harlem River Drive.
A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes on Harlem River Drive and crashed into a parked Hyundai. According to the police report, 'A KIA sedan struck debris while changing lanes, slamming into a parked Hyundai. Metal tore. A woman in the driver’s seat sat in shock. Five others, belted and bruised, stared into the dark.' Six occupants suffered unspecified injuries, including shock. The police listed 'Obstruction/Debris' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield were noted in the report.
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A Nissan SUV turned left on Lenox. Its bumper hit a woman crossing with the signal. She stayed conscious. Her head took the blow. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed busy.
A Nissan SUV struck a 37-year-old woman as she crossed Lenox Avenue at West 142nd Street with the signal. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her with its front bumper. The woman suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was buckled in and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was crossing legally at the intersection when the crash occurred.
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸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.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
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
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
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
Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on W 140th▸A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A sedan hit a cyclist on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. The cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bike collided at Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd and W 140th Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured in the arm. According to the police report, both 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist, who was traveling north. The report highlights driver errors, including ignoring traffic signals and speeding. No blame is placed on the cyclist. The crash underscores the persistent danger facing those outside cars on city streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Bradhurst Intersection▸An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
An SUV hit a woman crossing at W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave. She suffered a shoulder injury and shock. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets remain dangerous.
A 55-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while at the intersection of W 142 St and Bradhurst Ave in Manhattan. She suffered an abrasion and upper arm injury, and was in shock. According to the police report, the driver was going straight ahead and no specific driver errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Motorcycle Passes Too Close, Woman Hurt▸A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A motorcycle on Lenox Avenue scrapes past. Metal grinds. A woman, helmeted, is bruised. Sirens wail. The street holds the pain.
A motorcycle traveling south on Lenox Avenue near West 142nd Street passed too closely, striking another vehicle. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was the listed contributing factor. A 27-year-old woman, helmeted and riding as a passenger, suffered a leg contusion. The male driver and another male occupant were not seriously hurt. Both the driver and passenger wore helmets, as noted in the report. The crash left the woman injured, and the street marked by the impact.
Int 1105-2024Salaam votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸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.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
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
Three-Car Night Crash Shocks Harlem River Drive▸Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Metal screams on Harlem River Drive. Three cars collide. A woman, sixty-six, grips her chest in pain. Others sit silent. Headlights glare on twisted steel. The city does not stop.
Three vehicles—a Ford SUV, a Honda sedan, and a parked Mercedes—collided on Harlem River Drive at night. According to the police report, a sixty-six-year-old woman suffered chest injuries and shock. Other occupants were unhurt or had unspecified injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All drivers were licensed. The Mercedes was parked at the time of impact. The crash left broken bumpers and shaken occupants. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸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.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
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
2SUV and Sedan Crash on Bradhurst Avenue Injures Two▸SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
SUV and sedan collided on Bradhurst Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Head and chest injuries. Night fell hard in Manhattan.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at Bradhurst Avenue and West 142nd Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, driver inattention or distraction contributed to the crash. A 46-year-old woman driving the SUV and a 41-year-old man riding as a front passenger were both injured, suffering head and chest injuries. Both vehicles sustained damage. The sedan was making a right turn; the SUV was going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
SUV Passenger Distraction Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A bicyclist suffered a severe facial fracture after an SUV, stopped in traffic, struck him on the right side. The crash left the rider injured but conscious, highlighting the dangers of passenger distraction in urban traffic.
According to the police report, the collision occurred on West 135th Street near Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Manhattan at 5:45 p.m. A 56-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was struck on the right side doors of a stopped 2024 Kia SUV. The report identifies 'Passenger Distraction' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s failure to maintain safe conditions. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained a severe facial injury including fracture and dislocation but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic prior to impact, and the point of impact was the vehicle's right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted for the bicyclist. This incident underscores the risks posed by distracted vehicle occupants in urban settings.
Distracted Taxi Driver Collides with SUV in Manhattan▸A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A distracted taxi driver merging on W 149 St struck a southbound SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi’s right front quarter panel took the impact. The taxi driver suffered chest injuries and shock, with no ejection reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:21 on W 149 St near Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd in Manhattan. A taxi driver, traveling south and merging, collided with a southbound SUV that was passing. The point of impact was the taxi’s right front quarter panel and the SUV’s left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver, a 33-year-old male, was injured with chest trauma and reported pain and nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The taxi driver was not ejected and was in shock after the collision. Both drivers were licensed in New York. There is no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The crash highlights driver distraction as a critical factor in vehicle collisions.
Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Crosswalk▸A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A 24-year-old woman was injured crossing West 145th Street outside a crosswalk. A taxi making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, causing upper leg injuries to the pedestrian.
According to the police report, a 24-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing West 145th Street near Lenox Avenue in Manhattan at 12 minutes past midnight. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk when a taxi, traveling west and making a left turn, struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s limited visibility played a role in the crash. The pedestrian suffered internal complaints and injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The taxi sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Toyota taxi. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions beyond the crossing location. This collision highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views during turning maneuvers in busy urban streets.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Playing on Harlem River Drive▸A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A 28-year-old man playing in the roadway on Harlem River Drive was struck by an SUV traveling south. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper caused knee and lower leg injuries, leaving the pedestrian in shock with internal complaints.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2024 Lincoln SUV traveling southbound on Harlem River Drive at 9:15 PM. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway at the time, described as a contributing factor under "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion." The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with internal complaints. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report highlights pedestrian error or confusion as a contributing factor but does not cite any driver error such as failure to yield or speeding. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The incident underscores the dangers of pedestrians in non-designated areas on high-speed roadways.
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
- Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14