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Two sedans collided on Howard Avenue near Campus Road. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Streets stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.

Two sedans crashed on Howard Avenue at Campus Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and another sedan traveling straight. One driver, a 34-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. Three others, including both drivers and one passenger, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police identified 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving occupants at risk.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814789, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorcycle rider suffered a fractured arm after a sedan made an improper left turn on Forest Avenue. The collision struck the motorcycle’s front center, injuring the rider but leaving him conscious. Driver inexperience and improper turning caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:37 on Forest Avenue in Staten Island. A sedan was making a left turn when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight westbound. The motorcycle rider, a 33-year-old male driver, sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious and was not ejected. The sedan driver, a licensed female, caused the collision by turning improperly, a factor explicitly cited in the report alongside driver inexperience. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the motorcycle’s center front end, indicating the motorcycle was struck as it passed through the intersection. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper turning maneuvers and inexperienced drivers in vehicle-motorcycle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802722, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Chevy SUV veered too close on Davis Ave, smashing three parked cars. Metal shrieked. A 32-year-old man, belted in, struck his head and bled. He stayed conscious, sprawled on the pavement as sirens wailed through Staten Island.

According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling south on Davis Ave near Delafield Ave 'clipped too close,' striking three parked vehicles. The report states that the crash resulted in 'metal screamed' and left a 32-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt, with severe head lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The SUV's right front quarter panel was damaged, and the impact involved the left side doors. No evidence in the report suggests any error or action by the parked vehicles or their occupants. The crash underscores the danger posed by improper passing and lane usage on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802335, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A distracted driver turning right on Victory Blvd in Staten Island injured eight occupants in an SUV. All were conscious but suffered whiplash and bruises. The crash caused center front end damage to the vehicle, highlighting driver inattention as the cause.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old female driver was making a right turn on Victory Blvd in Staten Island at 9:36 AM when the crash occurred. The vehicle, a 2020 Chevrolet SUV, sustained center front end damage. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. Eight occupants, including the driver and seven passengers aged 20 to 75, were injured but not ejected. Injuries included whiplash, contusions, and upper arm shoulder injuries. All occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly identifies the driver's distraction as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the passengers. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by driver inattention, resulting in multiple injuries within a single vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794506, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An SUV executing an unsafe lane change collided with a Staten Island bus, striking its right rear quarter panel. Three male passengers in the SUV suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash exposed critical driver errors amid vehicle movement on N Burgher Ave.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island's N Burgher Ave at 16:43. A 2015 Nissan SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking and performed an unsafe lane change, colliding with a 2022 Nova bus traveling northwest. The point of impact was the bus's right rear quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor. Three male occupants in the SUV, aged 38, 45, and 49, were injured with back injuries and complaints of whiplash. None were ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the passengers or bus driver. This crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and the severe injuries passengers can suffer as a result.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789463, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Davis Ave, Staten Island. The sedan’s left rear bumper collided with the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash, with obstruction or debris cited as contributing factors.

According to the police report, a sedan driven by a 34-year-old male traveling south on Davis Ave collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The point of impact was the sedan’s left rear bumper and the SUV’s right rear quarter panel. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the sedan, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The injury severity was classified as moderate (3), and the driver remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies obstruction or debris as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error related to failure to navigate safely around hazards. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

On Staten Island’s Victory Blvd, a distracted SUV driver struck a northbound e-scooter rider. The collision caused knee and lower leg injuries to the scooter driver, who remained conscious. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact, suffering rear bumper damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:17 on Victory Blvd in Staten Island. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when the collision happened, impacting the right rear bumper of the vehicle. The e-scooter rider, traveling north and going straight ahead, was hit at the center front end of the scooter. The scooter driver, a 50-year-old male, sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. No contributing factors related to the scooter rider were noted. The data highlights the SUV driver’s failure to maintain attention and control, leading to the crash and injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4774324, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 26-year-old unlicensed female driver suffered neck injuries in a solo crash on Richmond Terrace. The sedan’s right front bumper struck an object while traveling northeast. Driver inexperience contributed to the collision, causing whiplash and moderate injury.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2014 Kia sedan on Richmond Terrace in Staten Island crashed at 21:06. The vehicle was traveling northeast and impacted with its right front bumper. The driver was injured with neck pain and whiplash, classified as a moderate injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unlicensed' status as contributing factors. The driver was the sole occupant, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers posed by unlicensed and inexperienced drivers operating vehicles, resulting in injury and vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773045, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 48-year-old woman driving a 2019 Dodge pickup truck struck a parked 2024 Hyundai SUV on Bard Avenue. The impact hit the truck's left front bumper and the SUV's left rear bumper. The driver suffered full-body contusions but remained conscious.

According to the police report, at 11:25 p.m. on Bard Avenue in Staten Island, a 48-year-old female driver operating a 2019 Dodge pickup truck traveling south struck a parked 2024 Hyundai SUV. The collision occurred at the center front end of the pickup truck and the center back end of the SUV, damaging the truck's left front bumper and the SUV's left rear bumper. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the pickup truck, sustained injuries described as contusions and bruises to her entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors related to the driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights risks posed by driver errors leading to collisions with stationary vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773038, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A chain-reaction crash on Victory Blvd in Staten Island injured three vehicle occupants. Two drivers and one passenger suffered neck injuries from whiplash. The police report cites driver inattention and distraction as key contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, a multi-vehicle collision occurred on Victory Blvd, Staten Island at 17:30. The crash involved three vehicles traveling northbound: a 2021 Nissan sedan, a 2022 Toyota taxi, and a 2022 Chevrolet sedan. The Nissan sedan struck the taxi from behind, which then struck the Chevrolet sedan. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the crash. Injuries were sustained by the Nissan driver, the taxi driver, and a female passenger in the taxi. Both drivers and the passenger suffered neck injuries consistent with whiplash. The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat without safety equipment. No ejections occurred. The report explicitly notes driver inattention and distraction as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773041, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Staten Island’s Castleton Avenue. Driver inattention led to a violent impact. Two passengers suffered injuries including facial contusions and whiplash. Airbags deployed, but injuries were severe. The crash exposed critical dangers of distracted driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 PM on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island involving two sedans traveling west. One driver was making a right turn while the other was going straight ahead. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. Two passengers were injured: a 21-year-old male with facial contusions and a 27-year-old female with whiplash affecting her knee and lower leg. The male passenger was protected by a deployed airbag, while the female passenger was not using any safety equipment. Both passengers were not ejected but sustained moderate injuries. The report highlights driver distraction as the critical cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the passengers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769206, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck traveling north struck a sedan moving east on Broadway, Staten Island. The sedan driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles showed damage consistent with a right-side and front-end impact, with limited view cited as a factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Broadway in Staten Island at 4:45 p.m. A box truck traveling north collided with a sedan traveling east. The box truck sustained damage to its right side doors, while the sedan was damaged at the center front end. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man, was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor for the driver of the sedan, indicating impaired visibility played a role in the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash involved multiple vehicles, including parked cars, but the primary impact was between the box truck and the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767462, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan traveling northeast struck him with its left front bumper. The boy suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at the time of collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on VanDuzer Street in Staten Island at 11:50 AM. A 9-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, and the bike were both traveling northeast, going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was minimal or not reported. The data highlights the collision impact and injuries without assigning fault to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762793, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Bard Avenue in Staten Island. One driver suffered an upper arm injury. The crash involved improper lane usage during a U-turn. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:17 on Bard Avenue in Staten Island. Two sedans were involved: a 2017 Chrysler making a U-turn traveling north and a 2017 Toyota traveling south going straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the Chrysler and the right front bumper of the Toyota. The report cites 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to lane control during the U-turn maneuver. The injured party was the Chrysler driver, a 26-year-old female occupant, who sustained an upper arm injury and was conscious at the scene. No ejection occurred. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4750187, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorcycle and SUV collided on Staten Island Expressway. The motorcycle driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cited unsafe lane changing and improper passing by the motorcycle driver as causes. The SUV sustained damage to its rear quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 PM on Staten Island Expressway involving a motorcycle and a 2023 Jeep SUV. Both vehicles were changing lanes when the collision happened. The motorcycle, traveling west, struck the right rear quarter panel of the SUV with its left front bumper. The motorcycle driver, a 19-year-old male, was injured with neck abrasions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, specifically pointing to errors by the motorcycle driver. The SUV, driven by a licensed female driver with three occupants, sustained damage to its right rear quarter panel. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744677, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 28-year-old cyclist crashed into the rear of a parked Toyota on Forest Avenue. Ejected, his head struck pavement. Blood pooled as he lay conscious, staring skyward. The police report cites driver inexperience. No helmet was worn.

According to the police report, a 28-year-old man riding a bike on Forest Avenue near Brighton Avenue collided with the rear of a parked Toyota sedan. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffering a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The report states the cyclist was conscious at the scene. 'Driver Inexperience' is listed as the primary contributing factor in the crash. The narrative details, 'Head split open on the pavement. Blood pooled. He lay conscious, staring up at the sky.' The report also notes that the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the driver error. The sedan was parked and unoccupied at the time of the collision. The incident underscores the dangers present when inexperience meets the unforgiving city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734245, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Delafield Avenue in Staten Island. Both drivers were female and licensed. The crash caused neck injury and shock to one driver. Police cited traffic control disregard as the primary cause. Damage was to the front bumpers of both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:50 on Delafield Avenue, Staten Island. Two sedans, traveling south and west respectively, collided head-on with impact to their left and right front bumpers. Both drivers were female, licensed in New York, and traveling straight ahead. One driver, age 32, suffered a neck injury and was in shock but was not ejected from her vehicle. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The police report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs by one or both drivers. No other contributing factors were specified. The report does not attribute fault or blame to any victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734243, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan driver turning improperly struck an e-bike rider traveling straight on Victory Boulevard in Staten Island. The e-bike rider suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. The crash caused left-side damage to the sedan, highlighting driver error in turning maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:06 on Victory Boulevard in Staten Island. A sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was starting from parking and turned improperly, colliding with an e-bike traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel, resulting in damage to the left side doors. The e-bike rider, a 41-year-old male, was injured with fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' as the primary contributing factor, emphasizing driver error. No contributing factors related to the victim were noted. The e-bike sustained no damage, underscoring the severity of the impact on the rider. This crash exemplifies the dangers posed by improper vehicle turning in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4728642, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 46-year-old male driver fell asleep behind the wheel, causing his SUV to overturn on Brighton Avenue. He suffered whiplash and full-body injuries but was not ejected. The crash exposed the deadly risk of driver fatigue in NYC streets.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old male driver operating a 2011 Toyota SUV on Brighton Avenue in Staten Island fell asleep while driving eastbound at 10:15 p.m. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead, overturned after the driver lost control. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt, sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. This incident highlights the critical danger of driver fatigue, a systemic hazard on city roads. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4727293, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A late-night crash on Richmond Terrace left a 24-year-old female SUV driver injured with back pain and whiplash. The collision involved a northbound sedan making a left turn, striking the SUV’s right front bumper and causing significant damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:04 p.m. on Richmond Terrace in Staten Island. A northbound sedan, driven by a licensed male from Pennsylvania, was making a left turn when it struck the right front bumper of a northbound SUV driven by a 24-year-old licensed female from New York. The SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained damage to its left side doors after impact to the left rear quarter panel. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights dangers from distracted and inexperienced driving in multi-vehicle urban crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726532, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14