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Three sedans traveling westbound on Victory Boulevard collided in a chain reaction. The driver of one vehicle suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. Impact focused on right rear bumpers and front end damage, highlighting driver error.

According to the police report, three sedans were traveling westbound on Victory Boulevard when a collision occurred involving all vehicles. The first vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet sedan with three occupants, sustained front-end damage. The second and third vehicles, both sedans from 2021 and 2023 respectively, were impacted on their right rear bumpers. The driver of the 2021 Dodge sedan, a 40-year-old female, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, indicating potential driver error. The collision pattern and damage locations suggest failure to maintain safe distance or control among the drivers, causing a chain reaction crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719417, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling north on Commerce Street collided in the morning. The left front bumper of one struck the right rear quarter panel of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:35 AM on Commerce Street involving two sedans traveling north. The point of impact was the left front bumper of a Mazda striking the right rear quarter panel of a Subaru. The female driver of the Subaru, age 53, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the collision, indicating that driver error played a central role. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The Mazda driver was starting in traffic, while the Subaru driver was going straight ahead. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panel of the Mazda and the right rear quarter panel of the Subaru.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718000, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Victory Boulevard, injuring three young women. Both drivers suffered head injuries and whiplash. One driver was trapped and semiconscious. The crash involved a left turn and a straight-ahead vehicle, causing front-end and side damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:45 on Victory Boulevard involving two sedans. One vehicle, traveling westbound straight ahead, struck another sedan making a left turn eastbound. The impact was at the center front end of the westbound vehicle and the right front bumper and side doors of the eastbound vehicle. Three female occupants, ages 21 and 23, were injured. One driver was trapped and semiconscious with head injuries and minor bleeding, secured by a lap belt. Another driver and a passenger also suffered head injuries and whiplash, both semiconscious or conscious and wearing lap belts. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, but the collision dynamics indicate driver errors related to the left turn and failure to yield. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717496, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling westbound on the Staten Island Expressway collided in a rear-end crash. The female driver of the newer sedan suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling westbound on the Staten Island Expressway when they collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the BMW and the center back end of the Hyundai. The female driver of the 2023 Hyundai sedan, age 37, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The police report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error. Both drivers were licensed, and no other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles, underscoring the dangers of speeding on this roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716710, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling westbound on Staten Island Expressway collided head-to-rear. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash that caused front and rear vehicle damage.

According to the police report, two sedans were traveling westbound on the Staten Island Expressway when the collision occurred at 4:15 a.m. The impact was between the center front end of the lead vehicle and the center back end of the trailing vehicle. The female driver of the rear sedan, age 37, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report identifies unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time. Vehicle damage was sustained to the front of the lead sedan and the rear of the trailing sedan. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4716711, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old man suffered a severe back injury after a sedan struck him at an intersection. The driver, traveling east on Victory Boulevard, failed to pay attention, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Victory Boulevard struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection while he was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated back injury and remained conscious after the collision. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper, with damage to the center front end. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, emphasizing the driver's failure to maintain focus. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were indicated. This crash highlights the deadly consequences of distracted driving in urban settings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4717450, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three SUVs collided westbound on Staten Island Expressway. Driver distraction caused rear-end impacts. A 55-year-old male driver suffered a concussion and head injury. Vehicles sustained front and rear bumper damage. The crash exposed dangers of inattentive driving on busy highways.

According to the police report, the crash involved three Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles traveling westbound on Staten Island Expressway around 2 p.m. The contributing factors for the collision were identified as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" for multiple drivers. One 55-year-old male driver was injured with a head injury and concussion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The vehicles sustained damage primarily to the center back end and front bumpers, indicating rear-end impacts. The injured driver was operating a 2021 SUV and was slowing or stopping prior to impact. The report highlights driver distraction as the key cause, with no mention of victim fault or other contributing factors. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by inattentive driving on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713985, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 63-year-old man driving a sedan lost consciousness and crashed into a parked vehicle on Nome Avenue. The impact damaged both cars’ left sides. The driver suffered head injuries and was unconscious at the scene, restrained by lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:15 on Nome Avenue when the 63-year-old male driver of a 2013 Nissan sedan lost consciousness while driving southwest. The vehicle, traveling straight ahead, struck the left rear bumper of a parked 2020 Toyota sedan. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the moving vehicle, causing damage to both cars. The driver was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. He sustained head injuries and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a critical driver medical emergency led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4713098, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A southbound SUV struck a sedan stopped in traffic on Richmond Avenue. The sedan’s driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered back injuries and bruising. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Multiple vehicles were involved in the collision’s chain reaction.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue at 15:35. A 2018 Dodge SUV, traveling south, rear-ended a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The impact was at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 43-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the collision. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash involved multiple vehicles traveling southbound, with the SUV’s failure to maintain attention leading to the rear-end collision and subsequent injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712392, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-to-tail on the West Shore Expressway. The lead driver, a 68-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were traveling northbound.

According to the police report, at 14:11 on the West Shore Expressway, two sedans traveling northbound collided in a rear-end crash. The lead vehicle, a 2014 Kia sedan driven by a 68-year-old licensed female driver, sustained center front-end damage. The trailing vehicle, a 2012 Toyota sedan, hit the lead car's center back end. The lead driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors for the crash. Both drivers were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The collision caused shock and bodily injury to the lead driver, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and insufficient following distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712109, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Richmond Avenue. The front passenger in the stopped vehicle suffered neck injuries from the impact. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the primary cause. The injured occupant wore a lap belt and was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, at 16:54 on Richmond Avenue, a sedan traveling north rear-ended another sedan that was stopped in traffic. The point of impact was the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the stopped vehicle. The front passenger in the stopped sedan, a 36-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious after the crash. She was wearing a lap belt at the time. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end collisions with serious occupant injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711909, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 47-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after losing consciousness while driving eastbound on Staten Island Expressway. Police report cites illegal drug use as a contributing factor. The sedan struck an object with its left front bumper.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male driver traveling eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway lost consciousness while operating a 2009 Honda sedan. The report identifies 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Drugs (illegal)' as contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle impacted with its left front bumper, sustaining damage in that area. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, was not ejected but sustained back injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed in New Jersey and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The crash occurred at 5:35 AM. The data highlights driver impairment due to illegal drug use leading to loss of consciousness, which directly caused the collision and injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709781, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A young rider lost control on Richmond Avenue. His Yamaha struck head-on. Thrown from the seat, his helmet split. Head trauma ended his life before help arrived. The road fell silent, marked by speed and inexperience.

A 25-year-old man riding a Yamaha motorcycle was killed on Richmond Avenue after losing control at speed, according to the police report. The report states the motorcycle struck head-on, ejecting the rider from the seat. He was wearing a helmet, which cracked upon impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The victim suffered fatal head trauma and died before emergency services could arrive. No other vehicles or persons were involved, and the report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of inexperience and excessive speed, as documented in the official account.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709149, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 53-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck her while crossing Richmond Avenue outside a crosswalk. The driver was making a right turn and failed to pay attention, causing the collision and leaving the pedestrian in shock.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2017 GMC SUV traveling north on Richmond Avenue made a right turn and struck her outside a crosswalk. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian crossing. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the primary cause identified was the driver's failure to maintain attention. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710679, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Kelly Boulevard, striking left side and front ends. A 61-year-old female driver suffered head injuries and shock. The crash involved disregard of traffic control, causing significant vehicle damage and injury without ejection.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east and south on Kelly Boulevard collided at 11:02. The point of impact was the left side doors of the eastbound sedan and the center front end of the southbound sedan. The 61-year-old female driver of the eastbound vehicle was injured, sustaining head injuries and experiencing shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness; the airbag deployed. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or signs. Both vehicles had a single occupant, and the drivers were licensed in New York. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the left front quarter panel of the eastbound sedan and the center front end of the southbound sedan. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707313, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on South Avenue, injuring both drivers and a passenger. Both vehicles showed front and side damage. Driver distraction caused the crash. Injured occupants suffered back pain and shock, restrained by seat belts, with no ejections reported.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on South Avenue at 7:45 AM. One sedan was traveling north going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn traveling east. The point of impact was the center front end of the northbound sedan and the right side doors of the eastbound sedan. Both drivers were female and licensed in New York. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. Two occupants in the northbound sedan—a 35-year-old female driver and a 33-year-old male front passenger—were injured, suffering back injuries and shock. Both were restrained by lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Complaints included pain or nausea. Vehicle damage corresponded with the impact points, indicating a significant collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707312, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Richmond Avenue. The motorcycle struck an object or surface front-center. The rider wore a helmet and remained conscious but suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The crash involved unspecified contributing factors.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on Richmond Avenue struck an object or surface at the center front end of the vehicle. The 59-year-old male driver, who was the sole occupant, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, providing no clear indication of driver error or other causes. The motorcycle was damaged at the center front end, consistent with a frontal impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and the rider was not ejected from the motorcycle. The crash happened at 12:48 PM, but no further details on the exact cause or environmental conditions were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706556, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A left-turning sedan struck an eastbound SUV on Teleport Drive. Five occupants, including four children, suffered contusions and bruises. Airbags deployed. Police cite obstructed view and other vehicular factors. Injuries were non-ejection, conscious, and moderate.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Teleport Drive at 15:40 involving two Nissan vehicles: a 2023 sedan making a left turn westbound and a 2023 SUV traveling straight eastbound. The sedan's right front bumper impacted the SUV's left front bumper. Five occupants, including four children aged 7 and 11, were injured with contusions and bruises to various body parts such as face, knee, and elbow. All were conscious and restrained by lap belts and airbags, which deployed. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors, indicating driver errors related to limited visibility and possibly failure to yield. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior was cited as a factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706373, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 31-year-old woman suffered abdomen and pelvis injuries after a vehicle making a left turn struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, causing the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.

According to the police report, at 22:25 on Rockland Avenue near Kelly Boulevard, a vehicle making a left turn struck a 31-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian with its left front bumper, damaging the center front end. The pedestrian was at an intersection and had the right-of-way, emphasizing the driver's failure to yield and distracted driving as the primary causes of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705085, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sport utility vehicles collided at an intersection. One driver was making a left turn while the other proceeded straight. The female driver making the turn suffered neck injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both vehicles sustained front-left damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred when a 2014 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn and collided with a 2023 Nissan SUV traveling straight east. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles, indicating a side impact during the turn. The female driver of the Toyota SUV, age 23, was injured with neck pain and shock but was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the injured driver but does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights the danger of left turn maneuvers involving SUVs, with driver errors implied by the crash dynamics.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702610, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15