About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6,926
▸ Crush Injuries 670
▸ Amputation 50
▸ Severe Bleeding 768
▸ Severe Lacerations 698
▸ Concussion 1,154
▸ Whiplash 6,261
▸ Contusion/Bruise 9,549
▸ Abrasion 6,415
▸ Pain/Nausea 2,737
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in NYC
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 457 times
- 2013 White Ford Bu (TLN8692) – 288 times
- 2023 Chevrolet Station Wagon (LZP2057) – 261 times
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 253 times
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Night on the Grand Central
New York City: Jan 1, 2022 - Nov 10, 2025
A 46-year-old man was killed at night on the Grand Central Parkway. Police recorded the driver of an SUV going straight when he hit him. NYC Open Data
This Week
- A driver in an SUV hit and killed an 84-year-old man near 18 Ave and 49 St; police noted driver distraction. NYC Open Data
- In Mott Haven, a box-truck driver going straight hit a 68-year-old man at E 149 St and 3 Ave; he died. NYC Open Data
- In Corona, a person on a Citi e-bike died after a crash by 108 St and 38 Ave that involved a parked BMW; records list him as ejected. NYC Open Data
The toll does not let up
He was one of 1,171 people killed on city streets since Jan 1, 2022. NYC Open Data
A day before that Parkway death, an unlicensed SUV driver hit and killed an 84-year-old man in Borough Park. Police listed “driver inattention/distraction.” NYC Open Data
In the West Village, a wrong-way van driver killed a woman in a crosswalk. “The driver of a commercial van struck and killed a woman in her 20s as he drove the wrong way on Morton Street.” Streetsblog NYC
The pattern is citywide
Queens. Brooklyn. The Bronx. Manhattan. The names change; the acts repeat. The city’s own crash records show hundreds of deaths and tens of thousands of injuries in this period. NYC Open Data
The tools are on the table
City Hall can lower speed limits. Albany is weighing a bill to force the worst repeat speeders to use tech that keeps them at the limit. Both steps are laid out here. Take action
What happens now
Another crosswalk. Another curb. Another family. We do not need more names to know what to do. Slow the cars. Stop the repeat offenders. Take action
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Cyclist Slams Head at Delancey and Norfolk▸Feb 20 - A man on a bike, unlicensed, sped through the night at Delancey and Norfolk. His head struck hard, blood pooling on the asphalt. The city watched, silent. He survived, conscious, but the street bore the mark.
A 47-year-old man riding a bike was severely injured at the corner of Delancey Street and Norfolk Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 1:35 a.m. The report states the cyclist was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' is listed as a contributing factor. The man was unlicensed and wore no helmet. The narrative notes, 'Head split, blood on asphalt. Conscious. Unlicensed. The front end crumpled.' The impact caused severe bleeding from the head, but the cyclist remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as driver errors. No mention is made of any other vehicles or external hazards. The focus remains on the cyclist’s actions and the systemic dangers present at this intersection.
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Nissan Sedan Veers, Crushes Pedestrian on Throop▸Feb 19 - A Nissan sedan slammed into parked cars on Throop Avenue. Metal shrieked. A 22-year-old man was crushed, his body broken, eyes wide in shock. The street froze, silence settling over twisted steel and shattered bone.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan traveling north on Throop Avenue near Park Avenue veered into parked vehicles, including a Ford SUV and a Honda sedan. The collision resulted in a 22-year-old pedestrian suffering crush injuries to his entire body. The report describes the victim as 'crushed,' with 'eyes wide with shock.' The crash occurred at 17:28 in Brooklyn. The police report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The Ford SUV sustained damage to its right rear bumper, while the Nissan sedan's left front bumper was impacted. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a cause, keeping the focus on the driver's failure to maintain control and the lethal consequences for those on foot.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Feb 19 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Rockaway Beach Boulevard, metal striking a woman’s chest as she crossed with the signal. She fell hard, crushed and silent, the car untouched. The sea waited beyond, indifferent to blood on the street.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV made a left turn at Rockaway Beach Boulevard and Beach 73rd Street in Queens. As the vehicle turned, it struck a 36-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states, 'She crossed with the light. The Toyota turned left. Metal met chest. She dropped to the pavement. Crush injuries.' The pedestrian suffered severe chest injuries and fell to the ground. The SUV sustained no damage, and the report notes silence after the impact. The driver’s action—turning left while a pedestrian was lawfully in the crosswalk—created the deadly conflict. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing With Signal,' underscoring that she had the right of way. No driver error is specified in the contributing factors, but the narrative and sequence of events center the danger of turning vehicles at intersections where pedestrians are present.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Parked Car Door Flung Open, Cyclist Gashed▸Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 20 - A man on a bike, unlicensed, sped through the night at Delancey and Norfolk. His head struck hard, blood pooling on the asphalt. The city watched, silent. He survived, conscious, but the street bore the mark.
A 47-year-old man riding a bike was severely injured at the corner of Delancey Street and Norfolk Street in Manhattan, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 1:35 a.m. The report states the cyclist was traveling at 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' is listed as a contributing factor. The man was unlicensed and wore no helmet. The narrative notes, 'Head split, blood on asphalt. Conscious. Unlicensed. The front end crumpled.' The impact caused severe bleeding from the head, but the cyclist remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as driver errors. No mention is made of any other vehicles or external hazards. The focus remains on the cyclist’s actions and the systemic dangers present at this intersection.
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Nissan Sedan Veers, Crushes Pedestrian on Throop▸Feb 19 - A Nissan sedan slammed into parked cars on Throop Avenue. Metal shrieked. A 22-year-old man was crushed, his body broken, eyes wide in shock. The street froze, silence settling over twisted steel and shattered bone.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan traveling north on Throop Avenue near Park Avenue veered into parked vehicles, including a Ford SUV and a Honda sedan. The collision resulted in a 22-year-old pedestrian suffering crush injuries to his entire body. The report describes the victim as 'crushed,' with 'eyes wide with shock.' The crash occurred at 17:28 in Brooklyn. The police report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The Ford SUV sustained damage to its right rear bumper, while the Nissan sedan's left front bumper was impacted. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a cause, keeping the focus on the driver's failure to maintain control and the lethal consequences for those on foot.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Feb 19 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Rockaway Beach Boulevard, metal striking a woman’s chest as she crossed with the signal. She fell hard, crushed and silent, the car untouched. The sea waited beyond, indifferent to blood on the street.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV made a left turn at Rockaway Beach Boulevard and Beach 73rd Street in Queens. As the vehicle turned, it struck a 36-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states, 'She crossed with the light. The Toyota turned left. Metal met chest. She dropped to the pavement. Crush injuries.' The pedestrian suffered severe chest injuries and fell to the ground. The SUV sustained no damage, and the report notes silence after the impact. The driver’s action—turning left while a pedestrian was lawfully in the crosswalk—created the deadly conflict. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing With Signal,' underscoring that she had the right of way. No driver error is specified in the contributing factors, but the narrative and sequence of events center the danger of turning vehicles at intersections where pedestrians are present.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Parked Car Door Flung Open, Cyclist Gashed▸Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 19 - A Nissan sedan slammed into parked cars on Throop Avenue. Metal shrieked. A 22-year-old man was crushed, his body broken, eyes wide in shock. The street froze, silence settling over twisted steel and shattered bone.
According to the police report, a Nissan sedan traveling north on Throop Avenue near Park Avenue veered into parked vehicles, including a Ford SUV and a Honda sedan. The collision resulted in a 22-year-old pedestrian suffering crush injuries to his entire body. The report describes the victim as 'crushed,' with 'eyes wide with shock.' The crash occurred at 17:28 in Brooklyn. The police report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The Ford SUV sustained damage to its right rear bumper, while the Nissan sedan's left front bumper was impacted. No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a cause, keeping the focus on the driver's failure to maintain control and the lethal consequences for those on foot.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Feb 19 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Rockaway Beach Boulevard, metal striking a woman’s chest as she crossed with the signal. She fell hard, crushed and silent, the car untouched. The sea waited beyond, indifferent to blood on the street.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV made a left turn at Rockaway Beach Boulevard and Beach 73rd Street in Queens. As the vehicle turned, it struck a 36-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states, 'She crossed with the light. The Toyota turned left. Metal met chest. She dropped to the pavement. Crush injuries.' The pedestrian suffered severe chest injuries and fell to the ground. The SUV sustained no damage, and the report notes silence after the impact. The driver’s action—turning left while a pedestrian was lawfully in the crosswalk—created the deadly conflict. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing With Signal,' underscoring that she had the right of way. No driver error is specified in the contributing factors, but the narrative and sequence of events center the danger of turning vehicles at intersections where pedestrians are present.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Parked Car Door Flung Open, Cyclist Gashed▸Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 19 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Rockaway Beach Boulevard, metal striking a woman’s chest as she crossed with the signal. She fell hard, crushed and silent, the car untouched. The sea waited beyond, indifferent to blood on the street.
According to the police report, a Toyota SUV made a left turn at Rockaway Beach Boulevard and Beach 73rd Street in Queens. As the vehicle turned, it struck a 36-year-old woman who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The report states, 'She crossed with the light. The Toyota turned left. Metal met chest. She dropped to the pavement. Crush injuries.' The pedestrian suffered severe chest injuries and fell to the ground. The SUV sustained no damage, and the report notes silence after the impact. The driver’s action—turning left while a pedestrian was lawfully in the crosswalk—created the deadly conflict. The police report lists the pedestrian’s action as 'Crossing With Signal,' underscoring that she had the right of way. No driver error is specified in the contributing factors, but the narrative and sequence of events center the danger of turning vehicles at intersections where pedestrians are present.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Parked Car Door Flung Open, Cyclist Gashed▸Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Parked Car Door Flung Open, Cyclist Gashed▸Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - On Broadway near West 190th, a parked sedan’s door swung wide. A cyclist, heading south, struck it head-on. His arm split open, blood running to the gutter. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, motion, pain—no warning, no helmet, just impact.
A cyclist suffered a severe arm injury when he collided head-on with a parked sedan’s door on Broadway near West 190th, according to the police report. The crash occurred as the sedan’s right side door was opened directly into the cyclist’s path. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The cyclist, a 25-year-old man, was conscious but bleeding heavily from his arm. The police report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The sedan was stationary, and its right rear quarter panel was damaged. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers or passengers open doors without checking for oncoming cyclists, as detailed in the police narrative: 'No warning. Just metal, motion, and the sound of pain on pavement.'
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Cyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV Door▸Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A 67-year-old man pedaled west on W 51st. The door of a parked SUV swung open. His bike crashed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. The SUV stood untouched. The man died on the street, another life ended by steel and carelessness.
According to the police report, a 67-year-old man riding a bike westbound on W 51st Street at 5th Avenue collided with the door of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'A 67-year-old man on a bike hit the door of a parked SUV. No helmet. His head struck hard. He flew, then fell. Blood spread. The SUV was untouched. He died.' The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, marking them as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was parked, and the cyclist was ejected upon impact, suffering fatal head injuries. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but does not cite this as a contributing factor to the crash. The focus remains on the lethal interaction between vulnerable road users and parked vehicles in Manhattan’s dense streetscape.
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Tanker Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed at Northern Blvd▸Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A tanker swung right on Northern Boulevard, striking a 31-year-old e-bike rider moving straight. The truck’s bumper crushed the man’s knee and foot. The tanker rolled on. The rider stayed down, battered and conscious, helmetless in the street.
At the intersection of Northern Boulevard and 108th Street in Queens, a collision unfolded between a tanker truck and an e-bike, according to the police report. The tanker was making a right turn while the e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, continued straight. The police report states the truck’s right front bumper struck the e-bike, crushing the rider’s knee and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s failure to yield. The tanker sustained no damage, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end. The man remained conscious at the scene, suffering serious crush injuries. The report’s narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the vulnerability of those outside steel and glass.
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Taxi Right Turn Slams E-Scooter Rider Head▸Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A taxi turned right on West 45th. An e-scooter passed. The cab’s bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew, landed hard, blood pooling. No helmet. He stayed conscious, street holding him down. The city’s danger pressed in.
According to the police report, a taxi making a right turn at the corner of West 45th Street in Manhattan collided with an e-scooter that was passing. The report states, 'A taxi turned right. An e-scooter passed. The bumper struck the rider’s head. He flew. Landed hard. No helmet. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The street held him down.' The e-scooter rider, a 55-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in the crash. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as documented in the report, but this is mentioned after the driver’s improper lane usage. The crash underscores the lethal risk when vehicles and vulnerable road users intersect on city streets.
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Box Truck Pulled Out, Motorcyclist Thrown and Injured▸Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A box truck lurched from parking on Bushwick Ave. A motorcycle struck its side. The rider, forty-seven, flew from the seat. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. The truck stood, unmarked, silent, unmoved.
According to the police report, a box truck started from parking on Bushwick Ave near Johnson Ave in Brooklyn. As the truck pulled out, a motorcycle traveling straight ahead collided with its side. The motorcyclist, age 47, was thrown from his vehicle and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, described as 'knee-lower leg foot' injuries, and was partially ejected but remained conscious. The report notes the truck sustained no damage, while the motorcycle's left front bumper took the impact. Both vehicles list 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, which, in this context, points to the truck's movement from parking as a critical action preceding the crash. The police narrative underscores the violence of the impact and the aftermath, with blood spreading on the blacktop. No driver errors beyond 'Other Vehicular' are specified, and no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway▸Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
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BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 18 - A BMW X5 veered off Belt Parkway near Exit 14. The SUV struck a tree. Marcus Joseph, 41, died at the scene. No passengers. No bystanders hurt. The crash left only silence and wreckage on the Brooklyn road.
NY Daily News (2025-02-18) reports Marcus Joseph, 41, died after his BMW X5 spun out of control on the Belt Parkway near Exit 14 in Starrett City, Brooklyn. Police said the SUV 'skidded off the road and slammed into a tree.' Joseph was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The article does not mention weather or road conditions. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed corridors like the Belt Parkway, where loss of control can prove fatal. No charges were filed. The report underscores the persistent risks for all road users on New York City highways.
- BMW Skids, Slams Tree On Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-18
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E-Bike Rider Slams Parked SUV, Suffers Head Wound▸Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 16 - A 60-year-old e-bike rider crashed headfirst into a parked SUV on Jerome Avenue. Blood streaked his face. He stayed conscious, but the impact left him with severe head lacerations. The SUV never moved. The crash was sudden, brutal, and avoidable.
According to the police report, a 60-year-old man riding an e-bike on Jerome Avenue near East 190th Street collided headfirst with the left side doors of a parked SUV. The narrative states, 'An e-bike struck the side of a parked SUV. A 60-year-old man hit headfirst. Blood ran down his face. He stayed conscious.' The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The SUV was stationary and unoccupied at the time, while the e-bike was traveling straight ahead before the collision. The cyclist suffered severe lacerations to the head but remained conscious at the scene. No mention is made of helmet use or other cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The report underscores the role of inattention and improper lane usage in this violent impact.
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BMW SUV Driver Killed in High-Speed Solo Crash▸Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
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Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
11
Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 16 - A BMW SUV hurtled east on Belt Parkway, speed unchecked. The driver, unbelted, lost control on slick pavement. Metal twisted, glass burst. Thrown from the wreck, his head struck hard. Alone, he died on the frozen asphalt.
According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling eastbound on Belt Parkway crashed while moving at unsafe speed on slippery pavement. The sole occupant, a 41-year-old male driver, was ejected from the vehicle and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The SUV was described as 'demolished' at the point of impact. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, but the police report attributes the crash primarily to excessive speed and hazardous road conditions. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The narrative underscores the violence of the crash and the systemic danger posed by high speeds, especially under adverse conditions.
14
Bus and Box Truck Collide Head-On, Four Injured▸Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 14 - Steel tore on Victory Boulevard as a bus and a box truck slammed head-on. Four people, ages 23 to 66, were pulled from the wreckage, conscious but broken. Blood pooled, bones snapped, the street marked by violence and impact.
A violent head-on collision between a bus and a box truck on Victory Blvd near Canterbury Ave left four people injured, according to the police report. The crash occurred as both vehicles were 'going straight ahead' when they struck each other, their left front bumpers colliding. The police report lists 'Illnes' as a contributing factor. Four occupants—two drivers and two passengers, ages 23, 36, 52, and 66—suffered crush injuries to their legs and backs. All were conscious but badly hurt when pulled from the wreckage. The report details the scene: 'Steel screamed. Four people inside were crushed.' The data does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The police report does not specify further details about the nature of the illness or any other driver actions. The focus remains on the catastrophic impact and the systemic dangers of large vehicles colliding head-on.
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Minivan Crashes Head-On, Kills Elderly Passenger▸Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 14 - A minivan slammed head-on on Brookville Boulevard, crushing its front. A 78-year-old woman in the back seat took the full force and died at the scene. The impact shattered steel and bodies alike. The street kept moving. She did not.
According to the police report, a 2022 minivan traveling north on Brookville Boulevard near S Conduit Avenue crashed head-on, with the center front end absorbing the impact. The vehicle's front was crushed, confirming the violent collision. Inside, a 78-year-old female passenger seated in the rear left suffered fatal injuries to her entire body and was pronounced dead at the scene. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor, indicating a vehicle-related error or malfunction played a role. The driver, a 74-year-old man, also sustained internal injuries but survived. Another occupant, a 71-year-old female front passenger, suffered fractures and dislocations. No driver errors beyond the unspecified vehicular factor are detailed, and no victim behaviors contributed according to the police report. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of vehicle-related failures in head-on collisions.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Suffers Head Crush▸Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
12
Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
11
Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
11
SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 14 - On Webster Avenue, a turning SUV blocked a moped’s path. The moped struck the SUV’s front. The rider’s helmet split. His head took the blow. He stayed conscious, injured and alone. The SUV rolled on, untouched. The street went silent.
A crash occurred on Webster Avenue near Ittner Place in the Bronx, involving a station wagon/SUV and a moped, according to the police report. The report states the SUV was making a left turn when the moped, traveling straight, collided with the SUV's right front bumper. The moped rider, a 30-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his head. The police report attributes the collision to 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The moped rider's helmet cracked under the impact, but he remained conscious at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage, while the moped absorbed the force. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The crash underscores the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three▸Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
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Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-14
12
Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
11
Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 14 - A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.
According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.
- Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-14
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Head-On Collision Crushes Driver on Laburnum Ave▸Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
11
Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
11
SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 12 - Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.
On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.
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Turning SUV Kills Elderly Woman in Midtown Crosswalk▸Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 11 - An SUV turned left on W 58th Street and crushed an 83-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The left bumper struck her head. She died in the crosswalk, beneath the city’s cold lights. The street swallowed her name.
An 83-year-old woman was killed while crossing W 58th Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was 'crossing with the signal' when a northbound SUV made a left turn and struck her with its left front bumper. The impact crushed her head, and she died at the scene, in the crosswalk. The vehicle involved was a 2020 Mazda SUV, operated by a licensed male driver. The police report lists the driver’s pre-crash action as 'making left turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited beyond the vehicle’s movement, but the victim’s lawful crossing is clear. The report notes her position as 'Pedestrian at Intersection' and her action as 'Crossing With Signal.'
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman on Harlem River Drive▸Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 11 - A 77-year-old woman walking along Harlem River Drive was crushed by a southbound SUV. The driver left her unconscious on the asphalt and did not stop. The city’s traffic violence spares no one, not even the oldest among us.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and severely injured by a southbound SUV on Harlem River Drive, according to the police report. The narrative states the woman was 'walking with traffic' when the vehicle's left front bumper 'crushed her body.' She was left unconscious on the roadway with injuries to her entire body. The driver did not remain at the scene. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further explanation for the driver’s actions. The vehicle involved was a 2024 SUV, registered in New York, traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The report makes no mention of any victim behavior contributing to the collision. This incident highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians from drivers who fail to remain at the scene after a crash.
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Driver Ejected After Swerving for Phantom Car▸Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.
Feb 11 - A man flew from his TEYIN on Manhattan Avenue. Metal buckled. Blood spilled. His knee shattered. He swerved for a car that never struck him. The street stayed hard and indifferent. He remained conscious, pain flooding the winter dusk.
According to the police report, a 55-year-old man driving a TEYIN southbound near 783 Manhattan Avenue in Brooklyn was ejected from his vehicle after swerving in reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The narrative states, 'He swerved for a ghost — a car that never touched him.' The crash left the left front of the vehicle crumpled and resulted in the driver suffering a shattered knee and severe bleeding. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a critical driver error. The man was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. No other vehicles made contact, and no other injuries were reported. The incident underscores the danger posed by sudden evasive maneuvers and the unpredictable hazards drivers introduce to city streets.