No More Blood on Staten Island’s Streets

Two sedans crashed on Clove Road. Both drivers distracted. One woman, 36, suffered neck injury and shock. Three others involved. Metal twisted. Impact hard. Streets of Staten Island, danger always near.

Two sedans collided on Clove Road near Howard Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. A 36-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Three others, including a 75-year-old man driving the other car, were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The impact damaged the left front bumper of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817246, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans crashed at Victory Boulevard and Mann Avenue. Metal twisted. One driver, a 21-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street fell silent. The system failed again.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of Victory Boulevard and Mann Avenue. The crash left a 21-year-old female driver injured, with abrasions to her arm. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the center front end of one sedan and the left front bumper of the other. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814066, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans crashed on Slosson Avenue. One driver, a woman, suffered arm injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield. An eight-year-old girl rode as a passenger. The street saw metal and flesh meet. The system failed to protect its own.

On Slosson Avenue near Drake Avenue in Staten Island, two sedans collided. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven by women. One driver, age 59, was injured in the arm and experienced shock. An eight-year-old girl was a passenger in one of the cars. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. One sedan was making a left turn, the other was heading straight. The impact struck the front ends of both cars. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report details no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield, leaving vulnerable people hurt inside the steel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813044, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan hit a 25-year-old man in the crosswalk at Forest Avenue and Decker Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. He suffered a leg injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street turned dangerous in a moment.

A sedan traveling south on Forest Avenue struck a 25-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Decker Avenue. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. He sustained a contusion to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor for the pedestrian. The collision highlights the risk faced by those crossing at intersections, even when following traffic signals.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812160, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan hit two children in the crosswalk on Clove Road. Both were crossing with the signal. The car struck them head-on while turning left. The children suffered injuries. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. Danger lingered.

Two children, ages 10 and 13, were injured when a sedan struck them at the intersection of Clove Road and Forest Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, both children were pedestrians crossing with the signal when the sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, hit them with its center front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The 10-year-old boy suffered abrasions to his lower leg and foot. The 13-year-old girl sustained injuries of unknown severity. The driver’s failure to yield is cited repeatedly in the report. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupant. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810397, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal crumpled on Watchogue Road as two SUVs collided. A woman behind the wheel and a toddler in the back seat were left in shock, nursing pain in their arms and necks. Sirens echoed as daylight faded.

Two station wagons/SUVs collided on Watchogue Road near Willow Road E. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when one struck the other from behind. A 43-year-old female driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries, while a 2-year-old male passenger in a child restraint sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both were reported in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors or equipment issues were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807605, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Evening traffic on Victory Boulevard broke with a sharp crash. Metal scraped and glass scattered as two sedans collided. A 53-year-old driver clutched his neck, stunned and in pain, as emergency crews arrived under the fading Staten Island light.

According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1366 Victory Blvd in Staten Island. The driver of one sedan, a 53-year-old man, suffered a neck injury and reported pain and shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The impact struck the left front bumper of both vehicles. One of the sedans was parked at the time of the crash. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807010, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 19-year-old pedestrian was injured at an intersection while crossing with the signal. The sedan, making a left turn, struck him with its right front bumper. Limited view and slippery pavement contributed to the crash, causing upper arm injuries.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Forest Ave, crossing with the signal. The crash occurred at 9:45 PM when a sedan traveling north was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained an upper arm injury and remained conscious. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired ability to see the pedestrian. Additionally, the pavement was slippery, further complicating the situation. The driver was licensed and operating a 2023 Honda sedan. The collision highlights the dangers posed by limited driver visibility and adverse road conditions during turning maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802869, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A westbound SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of a tow truck making a right turn. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited improper lane usage as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 on N Gannon Ave involving a 2021 SUV traveling westbound and a 2021 tow truck making a right turn. The SUV struck the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck with its center front end, damaging the left front bumper. The SUV driver, a 40-year-old licensed female from New Jersey, was injured with whiplash and injuries to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The tow truck driver was a licensed male from New York. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error on the SUV's part. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802469, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided head-on on Clove Road at night. Both drivers, aged 57 and 52, suffered bruises and injuries to the chest and lower limbs. Police cited driver inexperience as the sole contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:30 PM on Clove Road involving two sedans traveling east and south. Both drivers were licensed and conscious after the collision. The 57-year-old male driver sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, while the 52-year-old female driver suffered a chest contusion. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inexperience' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The vehicles impacted at the left front bumper and center front end, indicating a direct collision. No other factors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802357, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 14-year-old boy on a bike suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck him at Victory Blvd. The crash involved driver inattention and inexperience. The bicyclist was conscious and bruised but not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 near 2055 Victory Blvd involving a sedan and a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 14-year-old male, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, was traveling south and impacted the right front quarter panel of the vehicle. The bicyclist was traveling east and struck the center front end of the sedan. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior or safety equipment. The collision highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and inexperience, as the primary causes of this injury crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802412, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 45-year-old man suffered a serious head injury after being hit while crossing Forest Avenue without a signal. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, highlighting dangers at unsignalized crossings and the critical impact of driver actions in the crash.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male pedestrian was injured at 17:15 while crossing Forest Avenue at a location without a crossing signal. The pedestrian was struck outside an intersection and sustained a head injury classified as severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious and complained of internal injuries. The vehicle involved was unspecified in type and had no occupants other than the driver. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s actions. No explicit driver errors such as Failure to Yield or speeding were recorded in the data, but the absence of a crossing signal and the serious injury sustained underscore systemic dangers for pedestrians crossing at unsignalized locations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802408, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 50-year-old man suffered head injuries and whiplash after a sedan hit him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, traveling west, struck him center front. The driver’s errors remain unspecified in the report.

According to the police report, a 50-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Willow Rd E and Forest Ave at 8:28 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Jeep sedan traveling west went straight ahead and struck him with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists the pedestrian’s contributing factors as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused damage to the sedan’s center front end. The report focuses on the impact and injuries without assigning fault or blaming the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802397, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An 85-year-old man suffered a head injury crossing Victory Blvd with the signal. A sedan making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way, striking him at the intersection. The driver’s inattention contributed to the collision, leaving the pedestrian in shock and pain.

According to the police report, an 85-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Victory Blvd and Manor Rd in Staten Island around 12:50 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2018 Acura sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, struck him with the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The driver, a licensed female from New York, caused the collision by not yielding while turning left. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The report focuses on driver errors without attributing fault to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801021, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two convertibles collided at Jewett Ave. One driver suffered neck abrasions but remained conscious. The impact struck the right front bumper of a BMW turning left and the rear center of a Toyota traveling straight. Driver errors remain unspecified.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:16 AM on Jewett Ave involving two convertibles. A BMW traveling west was making a left turn when it was struck on its right front bumper by a Toyota traveling south, impacting the Toyota's center back end. The BMW driver, a 48-year-old male occupant, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers held valid licenses from NY and NJ respectively. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the BMW's right front bumper and the Toyota's center rear. The incident highlights risks during turning maneuvers on Jewett Ave.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800236, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two vehicles collided on Forest Ave at 5:29 p.m. An 8-year-old passenger in the SUV suffered injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The SUV’s right front quarter panel struck the sedan’s left rear quarter panel.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:29 on Forest Ave involving a 2013 BMW SUV traveling west going straight ahead and a 2023 Kia sedan also traveling west making a right turn. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front quarter panel striking the sedan’s left rear quarter panel. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. An 8-year-old male passenger in the SUV was injured, experiencing shock and complaints of pain or nausea. He was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors—specifically inattention and distraction—as the cause of the collision, without attributing fault to the injured passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800235, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Jeep turned left on Victory Blvd as a moped passed west. Metal screamed. A 12-year-old boy clung outside, helmetless. He struck pavement hard, his leg split open. He lay semiconscious beside the crushed moped.

According to the police report, a Jeep SUV was making a left turn near 2084 Victory Blvd while a moped traveled west, attempting to pass. The crash's contributing factor is listed as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report states: 'A Jeep turned left. A moped passed west. Metal screamed.' A 12-year-old boy, riding outside the moped without a helmet, was thrown to the pavement, suffering a severe leg laceration and lying semiconscious at the scene. The moped was described as 'crushed.' The report highlights driver errors—improper lane usage during passing and the Jeep's left turn—as the cause. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision's violence and injuries underscore the dangers posed by driver mistakes and systemic traffic risks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797622, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A westbound SUV struck the right rear bumper of a sedan. Both drivers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and slippery pavement as contributing factors. The collision left two occupants injured but conscious, restrained by seat belts.

According to the police report, a 2018 SUV traveling westbound collided with the right rear bumper of a 2023 sedan also traveling westbound near 1520 Forest Ave. The SUV driver was cited for driver inexperience, and slippery pavement was noted as a contributing factor. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old male, and his 26-year-old female front passenger both sustained back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses at the time of impact. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper against the sedan's right rear bumper. No ejections occurred. The report explicitly identifies driver inexperience as a key cause, emphasizing the systemic danger posed by inexperienced drivers in adverse conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792963, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two vehicles crashed head-on and side-on at Maine Ave. Both drivers, women aged 57 and 61, suffered injuries and shock. The SUV struck the sedan’s right side, causing internal and visible injuries. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.

According to the police report, a 2017 Jeep SUV traveling south on Maine Ave collided with a 2010 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV impacted the sedan’s right front quarter panel with its center front end, causing damage to the sedan’s right side doors. Both drivers, female and licensed in New York, were injured and experienced shock. The 61-year-old SUV driver sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries, while the 57-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error as central to the crash. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792958, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 50-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash after his station wagon was struck from behind by an SUV traveling northeast on Victory Boulevard in Staten Island. The impact damaged the center back end of the station wagon.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Victory Boulevard in Staten Island at 3:01 PM. A 50-year-old male driver in a station wagon sustained neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report states the SUV, a 2021 model traveling northeast, struck the station wagon at the center back end. The SUV driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the rear center of the station wagon, indicating a rear-end impact scenario.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793335, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14