Three Dead, 138 Hurt—Great Kills Streets Still Kill

Two sedans collided head-on and side-on at Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. A 69-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions and was conscious. Police cited driver inattention and traffic control disregard as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:00 AM on Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, involving two sedans traveling north and east. The 69-year-old female driver of the northbound Honda was injured, sustaining neck abrasions but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors to the collision. The Honda sustained center front end damage, while the eastbound Nissan was struck on the left side doors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors, specifically inattention and failure to obey traffic controls, as central causes of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756097, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Staten Island SUV backing on Barlow Avenue hit another SUV traveling south. The collision injured a 57-year-old female passenger, bruising her face. Police cited backing unsafely and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Barlow Avenue in Staten Island at 10:45 a.m. A 2019 Honda SUV was backing southbound when it struck a 2018 Hyundai SUV traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the backing vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 57-year-old female passenger in the backing SUV sustained facial contusions and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The drivers were licensed and operating vehicles with multiple occupants. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751298, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles crashed at Lamoka Avenue in Staten Island. The SUV struck the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The sedan’s 60-year-old male driver suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:41 AM on Lamoka Avenue, Staten Island. A 2022 Hyundai SUV traveling south collided with a 2009 Hyundai sedan traveling east. The point of impact was the SUV’s center front end and the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The sedan’s driver, a 60-year-old male, was injured with a fracture and dislocation to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead prior to impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743482, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Genesee Avenue in Staten Island late at night. A front-seat passenger suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, experiencing shock. Police cited driver errors including disregarding traffic control and inattention as causes of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:55 on Genesee Avenue, Staten Island. Two sedans traveling in opposite directions collided, with impact on the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. The front passenger in the vehicle with right side damage, a 50-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and upper arm and shoulder injuries, and was reported to be in shock. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the crash. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The police report focuses on driver errors as the cause, with no indication of victim fault.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743485, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 63-year-old man was injured crossing Giffords Lane outside an intersection. The SUV struck him with its center front end while making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot, remaining conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Giffords Lane without a signal or crosswalk. The driver of a 2003 SUV, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the time of the report. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian but indicates unspecified contributing factors overall. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No vehicle damage was reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block, emphasizing driver responsibility in yielding to pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737045, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling north collided on Richmond Avenue in Staten Island. The impact struck the center front end of one vehicle and the right rear bumper of the other. A 17-year-old female driver suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injuries.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Richmond Avenue near Scranton Avenue in Staten Island at 8:45 p.m. Both vehicles were traveling north when the collision occurred. The impact was to the center front end of a 2024 Acura sedan and the right rear bumper of a 2019 Ford sedan. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. A 17-year-old female driver in the Acura was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to her elbow and lower arm. She was not ejected from the vehicle and was in shock following the crash. The Acura's airbags deployed, and the driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734179, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Hylan Boulevard under aggressive driving conditions. A female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, left in shock. Impact struck left rear quarter panel and center back end. The crash exposed dangerous driver behavior on Staten Island streets.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:45 PM on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island involving two sedans traveling southbound. The collision was caused by aggressive driving or road rage, as cited in the contributing factors. The impact points were the left rear quarter panel of a 2023 Nissan sedan and the center back end of a 2019 Subaru sedan. One female driver, age 42, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights aggressive driving as the primary driver error leading to this collision, with no other contributing factors specified. No blame is placed on the injured occupant, focusing instead on the hazardous driver behavior that triggered the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725356, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south struck a motor scooter heading west on Katan Avenue. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. Two 15-year-old males on the scooter were ejected and injured, sustaining contusions to their lower legs and feet. The sedan driver was licensed.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Katan Avenue in Staten Island at 14:50. A sedan driven by a licensed female driver traveling south collided head-on with a motor scooter traveling west. The motor scooter carried two 15-year-old male occupants, both ejected and injured with contusions and bruises to their knees, lower legs, and feet. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. The scooter driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. The injured were conscious but suffered moderate injuries. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the victims themselves, focusing on the failure of traffic control compliance by the drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4723249, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 63-year-old woman was injured crossing Amboy Road with the signal when a southbound sedan made a left turn and struck her. The impact caused contusions and upper leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, according to the police report.

At approximately 8:45 AM on Amboy Road near Keegans Lane in Staten Island, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing with the signal. According to the police report, a southbound 2011 Nissan sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, was making a left turn when it struck the pedestrian at the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was conscious and located at the intersection at the time of impact. There were no contributing factors listed for the pedestrian. The driver’s failure to yield during the left turn directly led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721348, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on Staten Island’s Barlow Avenue. Both drivers were men, one aged 67, suffering head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The collision caused front-end damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Barlow Avenue in Staten Island at 13:20. Two sedans collided, one traveling straight ahead and the other making a left turn. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The 67-year-old driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and inattention in multi-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715819, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle collided with the left side of an SUV on Greaves Avenue. The 19-year-old motorcyclist suffered full-body injuries and incoherence. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Greaves Avenue in Staten Island at 7:10 PM. A motorcycle traveling northeast struck the left side doors of an eastbound SUV that was slowing or stopping. The 19-year-old male motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his entire body and was incoherent at the scene. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was operating the vehicle legally but was impacted on the left side. The motorcyclist's failure to yield and unsafe speed were central to the crash dynamics, highlighting dangerous driver behavior leading to serious injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715827, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pickup truck struck the rear of another stopped vehicle on Richmond Avenue. The crash injured a 62-year-old female passenger, causing whiplash and full-body pain. Police cite following too closely as the driver error behind the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:35 on Richmond Avenue involving two pickup trucks traveling south. The lead vehicle was stopped in traffic when the trailing truck, traveling in the same direction, collided with its center back end. The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for the crash. A 62-year-old female occupant seated in the middle front seat of the lead vehicle suffered injuries to her entire body, including whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights driver error in maintaining unsafe following distance, leading to injury of a passenger.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708976, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Barlow Avenue in Staten Island. The rear driver, a 24-year-old woman, suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 on Barlow Avenue, Staten Island. Two sedans, both traveling eastbound, were involved. The rear vehicle, driven by a 24-year-old licensed female driver, struck the sedan ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the rear vehicle and the center back end of the front vehicle. The police report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and was in shock, with an airbag deployed during the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and the systemic risk it poses on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707155, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling south collided on Nelson Avenue in Staten Island. The 70-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:07 on Nelson Avenue in Staten Island involving two sedans traveling south. The 70-year-old male driver of a 2007 Volkswagen sedan was injured, sustaining neck pain and shock, and was wearing a lap belt. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the impact occurred, with damage to the right front quarter panel of the Volkswagen and the center front end of the other sedan. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing behaviors by occupants, focusing solely on driver errors that led to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4706180, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on on Greaves Avenue in Staten Island. The 68-year-old male driver suffered a chest injury and concussion. Police cite improper turning as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage, highlighting driver error in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:22 on Greaves Avenue, Staten Island, involving two sedans. One vehicle was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn northwest. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in executing the turn. The 68-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured, sustaining a chest injury and concussion, and was conscious at the scene. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703942, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on Arthur Kill Road in Staten Island. The 19-year-old male driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:50 on Arthur Kill Road, Staten Island. Two sedans collided head-on: one traveling east making a left turn, the other traveling west going straight ahead. The 19-year-old male driver of the eastbound sedan was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating a driver error. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700516, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

On Staten Island, a driver failed to yield right-of-way at an intersection on Arthur Kill Road. Two pedestrians, a 6-year-old girl and a 51-year-old man, crossing with the signal, suffered serious injuries to face and head. The man was unconscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:10 on Arthur Kill Road in Staten Island. A passenger vehicle failed to yield right-of-way to two pedestrians crossing at the intersection with the signal. The victims included a 6-year-old female pedestrian who sustained abrasions to her face and a 51-year-old male pedestrian who suffered a head injury and was found unconscious with minor bleeding. Both injuries were classified as serious (injury severity level 3). The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The driver’s failure to yield created a hazardous condition resulting in significant harm to vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693975, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck a westbound sedan at Clarke Avenue. The sedan driver suffered moderate burns and arm injuries. Police cite failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles sustained damage to front and rear panels in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:45 AM on Clarke Avenue in Staten Island. A 24-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining moderate burns and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice for the sedan driver. The SUV was traveling north, and the sedan was traveling west, both going straight ahead before the collision. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan driver was conscious, not ejected, and protected by an airbag and lap belt. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the right rear quarter panel of the SUV and the right front bumper of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4692050, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 72-year-old driver suffered facial injuries in a crash on Wilson Avenue. The collision involved multiple vehicles. Driver inattention was a key factor.

A 72-year-old male driver was injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Wilson Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver experienced minor bleeding and was in shock after the incident. The crash involved a sedan and two parked vehicles, a pick-up truck and an SUV. The police report noted 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. No other individuals were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691033, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans slammed head-on on Richmond Avenue near midnight. Steel twisted. A 63-year-old man, strapped in, took the blow to his chest. Lights flashed. The street fell silent. Emergency crews rushed in. The driver was left with crush injuries.

A violent head-on crash between two sedans struck Richmond Avenue just before midnight. One driver, a 63-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and crush trauma. According to the police report, 'two sedans hit head-on just before midnight. Steel screamed. A 63-year-old man, strapped in his seat, took the blow to his chest.' The data lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The injured man was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries are detailed in the report. The impact left the street in shock, with emergency lights cutting through the dark. The cause remains under investigation.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683729, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15