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A box truck traveling south on East 122 Street struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The crash occurred at 4:00 AM in Manhattan’s 10035 zip code.

According to the police report, a box truck was traveling straight ahead southbound on East 122 Street around 4:00 AM when it struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but does not list any driver errors or vehicle damage. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The vehicle’s point of impact was the center front end, and the truck showed no damage. The driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746067, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 74-year-old woman crossing East 135 Street away from an intersection was struck by a backing BMW sedan. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving her bruised but conscious. The driver reversed into the pedestrian, causing serious harm.

According to the police report, a 74-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 135 Street outside of an intersection. The vehicle involved was a 2008 BMW sedan traveling east, which was backing up at the time of collision. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan, indicating the driver reversed into the pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained a hip and upper leg injury, classified as injury severity level 3, with contusions and bruising. The pedestrian was conscious after the collision. The report lists no explicit contributing factors for the driver, but the action of backing the vehicle directly caused the crash. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no contributing factors were assigned to her behavior. This incident highlights the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers like backing in areas where pedestrians are present.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744947, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north struck a moped going east at East 119 Street in Manhattan. The collision caused serious injuries to both drivers. Police cite unsafe speed and aggressive driving as key factors in the crash’s violent impact and damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:55 near East 119 Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling north collided with a moped traveling east. The point of impact was the sedan’s left rear quarter panel and the moped’s center front end. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old male, suffered hip and upper leg injuries and whiplash but was not ejected. The moped driver, a 65-year-old female pedestrian, was injured with back contusions and bruises. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors by the sedan operator. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage included left side doors on the sedan and left front bumper on the moped, underscoring the severity of the impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744948, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi making a left turn struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling north on East 117 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions over his entire body. The crash involved malfunctioning traffic control devices and confusion at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:34 PM on East 117 Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan. A taxi, traveling east and making a left turn, collided with a northbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained abrasions over his entire body, classified as injury severity 3. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor twice, indicating malfunctioning signals or signs at the intersection. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted, suggesting confusion contributed to the incident. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2015 Toyota car/SUV. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The report highlights driver error in the left turn maneuver amid faulty traffic controls, underscoring systemic dangers at this location.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744075, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided in Manhattan’s East Harlem, injuring five males, including four children. Drivers distracted, struck head-on. All occupants suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Child restraints and seat belts in use. Impact demolished one vehicle’s front end, scattering pain and trauma.

According to the police report, at 9:34 AM in Manhattan near 2182 3 Avenue, two sedans collided head-on. The crash involved a 35-year-old male driver and a 57-year-old male driver, both licensed, traveling west and north respectively. The collision caused severe damage to the center front ends of both vehicles, with one vehicle described as demolished. Five occupants were injured, including four children aged 2, 4, and 12, all restrained in child seats, and the adult drivers wearing lap belts and harnesses. All victims sustained whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences of driver distraction in multi-occupant vehicle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741901, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An e-scooter driver suffered a severe leg injury after a collision with a sedan on Madison Avenue. The scooter rider was partially ejected and fractured his knee and lower leg. The sedan showed no damage despite impact to its right front quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Madison Avenue involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The e-scooter driver, a 38-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained a fracture and dislocation to his knee and lower leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan, traveling east with one licensed driver, impacted the e-scooter at its center front end while the sedan's right front quarter panel was the point of impact. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention. No safety equipment was used by the e-scooter driver. The sedan sustained no visible damage despite the collision. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the e-scooter driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742583, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north struck a westbound bicyclist on Park Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist was ejected and suffered neck abrasions. The driver was using a hand-held cell phone, contributing to the crash. The cyclist was unlicensed and unhelmeted.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Park Avenue collided with a bicyclist traveling west at 18:49 in Manhattan. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end striking the left side doors of the bike. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old female, was ejected and sustained neck abrasions, classified as injury severity 3. The sedan's driver was cited for using a hand-held cell phone, a critical contributing factor in the crash. The bicyclist was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet, but these were not listed as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan's left front bumper and the bike's left side doors. The crash underscores the dangers of distracted driving and the vulnerability of cyclists in vehicle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740999, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and a wagon collided on East 116 Street at 7:25 a.m. The wagon driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard and unsafe lane changing as causes. Airbags deployed; no ejections occurred.

According to the police report, at 7:25 a.m. on East 116 Street, a collision occurred involving a sedan and a wagon traveling northbound. The wagon driver, a 33-year-old female, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious. The report identifies the primary contributing factors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' by the wagon driver. The wagon was changing lanes when impact occurred on its left side doors, while the sedan was traveling straight and struck the wagon's left side with its right front quarter panel. The wagon driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejections were reported. These details highlight driver errors in lane management and traffic control compliance as the critical causes of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740424, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 21-year-old bicyclist suffered full-body abrasions after being partially ejected in a collision with an SUV on Lexington Avenue. The SUV driver, making a right turn, followed too closely, causing the crash. The bicyclist was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:36 on Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. The SUV driver was making a right turn when the collision with the southbound e-bike happened. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old male, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions over his entire body. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV showed no damage, while the e-bike sustained damage to its center front end. The bicyclist was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers and close following distances in urban traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737523, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A tractor truck and sedan collided on East 125 Street in Manhattan. A 9-year-old passenger suffered back contusions. Limited view contributed to the crash. The sedan was changing lanes when struck by the truck going straight. No ejections occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 125 Street at 18:41. A tractor truck traveling west collided with a sedan also traveling west. The sedan was changing lanes when the truck, going straight ahead, impacted its left rear bumper. The collision injured a 9-year-old female passenger in the sedan, who sustained back contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility played a role in the crash. The truck showed no damage, while the sedan had damage to its left rear bumper. No driver license issues were noted. The child was not ejected and no other contributing factors related to the victim were listed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737251, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 60-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk was struck by a sedan traveling east on East 125th Street. The impact to his lower leg caused abrasions and injury. The driver continued straight, hitting the pedestrian with the right front bumper.

According to the police report, a 60-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing East 125th Street in Manhattan outside a designated crosswalk. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling east and going straight ahead, struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no specific driver contributing factors but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. Vehicle damage was not reported. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicles traveling through areas where pedestrians cross unsignaled, emphasizing the critical role of driver vigilance and yielding in preventing injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737113, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 28-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured when an SUV made a left turn and struck him on East 110 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries, with the SUV’s left front bumper damaged.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:07 AM on East 110 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 Honda SUV was making a left turn when it collided with a 28-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight ahead on an e-bike. The point of impact was the SUV’s left front bumper and the e-bike’s right side doors. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the SUV driver. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but no contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the e-bike’s right rear quarter panel was damaged.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736502, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs crashed on East 119th Street in Manhattan. The female driver of the southbound Tesla SUV suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite a malfunctioning traffic control device as a contributing factor. The impact struck the Tesla’s right side doors.

According to the police report, two station wagon/SUV vehicles collided on East 119th Street near Park Avenue in Manhattan at 2:30 p.m. The Tesla SUV, traveling south, was struck on its right side doors by another SUV traveling west. The female Tesla driver, age 48, sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies a 'Traffic Control Device Improper/Non-Working' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited. The Tesla’s right rear quarter panel and the other SUV’s center front end were damaged. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by malfunctioning traffic signals in this area.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736274, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound bus and sedan collided on Harlem River Drive. The sedan driver, merging lanes unsafely, struck the bus’s right front. The sedan driver suffered neck contusions but remained conscious and restrained. Seven bus occupants were unharmed.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:51 on Harlem River Drive involving a 2014 Ford bus and a 2023 Dodge sedan, both traveling south. The sedan was merging lanes when it impacted the bus’s right front bumper with its left front bumper. The contributing factor cited was "Unsafe Lane Changing" by the sedan driver. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old male, was injured with neck contusions but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The bus carried seven occupants who were not reported injured. The report explicitly identifies the sedan driver’s unsafe lane change as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the bus driver or any victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736281, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A front-seat passenger in an SUV suffered a concussion after a collision on East 129 Street in Manhattan. The vehicle struck an object with its left front bumper. Passenger distraction contributed to the crash, leaving the occupant injured but conscious.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old female front passenger in a 2004 Ford SUV traveling west on East 129 Street in Manhattan was injured in a crash at 2:55 a.m. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, indicating a collision while going straight ahead. The injured occupant sustained a head injury and was diagnosed with a concussion. The report cites 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of in-vehicle distractions impacting driver control and passenger safety.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735453, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A tow truck struck a bicyclist in East Harlem late at night. The cyclist was ejected, suffering a fractured elbow and dislocation. Police cite the truck driver's failure to obey traffic signals and improper turning as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a tow truck traveling south on 1st Avenue collided with a northbound bicyclist at 23:25 in Manhattan's 10035 zip code. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured elbow and dislocation. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Turning Improperly,' indicating the tow truck driver failed to obey traffic signals and executed an improper turn. The bicyclist was wearing pads but no helmet was mentioned as a factor. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, suggesting a direct collision. The tow truck driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead prior to the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as disregarding traffic controls and improper turning maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733978, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling north struck a 35-year-old woman in Manhattan, causing contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver impacted the pedestrian with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The woman remained conscious after the collision.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a northbound sedan struck her with its right front bumper at 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report does not specify contributing factors or pedestrian actions, but the collision involved direct contact with the vehicle’s right front bumper. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly cited in the report. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper, indicating the point of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733977, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on East 120 Street in Manhattan, injuring a 47-year-old female driver. Impact damaged the right front bumper of a parked vehicle and left rear quarter panel of a moving sedan. The injured driver suffered neck contusions and bruises.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:00 on East 120 Street in Manhattan involving two sedans. One vehicle was parked with damage to its right front bumper, while the other was traveling east with damage to its left rear quarter panel. The injured party was a 47-year-old female driver, conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness, who sustained neck contusions and bruises. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' contributing factors for the collision, indicating driver errors related to vehicle operation. The injured driver was not ejected and was the sole occupant in her vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733365, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered a head injury at Madison Avenue in Manhattan. The cyclist sustained a concussion and was seriously injured. The crash involved a single bike traveling north, with unspecified contributing factors noted by police.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected from his bike at 2135 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, around 11:40 PM. The bicyclist suffered a head injury and was diagnosed with a concussion. The vehicle involved was a single bike traveling north, with damage to the center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no mention of driver errors or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The cyclist was the sole occupant and driver of the bike. This incident highlights the dangers bicyclists face even without clear external vehicle involvement or identified driver faults.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734940, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle driver, unlicensed and changing lanes unsafely, collided with a Jeep SUV traveling north on Harlem River Drive. The motorcyclist, following too closely, struck the SUV’s right front bumper, sustaining abrasions to his elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Harlem River Drive involving a 2024 JIAJU motorcycle and a 2019 Jeep SUV. The motorcycle driver, a 23-year-old male, was unlicensed and was changing lanes when the collision happened. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The motorcycle struck the right front bumper of the Jeep, which was traveling north and passing at the time. The motorcyclist was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was not ejected and remained conscious. The Jeep driver, a licensed female, was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The crash highlights driver errors on the part of the motorcyclist, including unsafe lane change maneuvers and failure to maintain a safe following distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732517, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15