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 2
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 4
▸ Severe Lacerations 12
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 38
▸ Contusion/Bruise 109
▸ Abrasion 61
▸ Pain/Nausea 23
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 Precinct 1
- 2023 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW5598) – 256 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 215 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2022 Whbk Me/Be Suburban (LTJ3931) – 144 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW6494) – 135 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Toyota Sedan (LHW5596) – 135 times • 1 in last 90d here
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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Precinct 1: Canal burns, West Street bleeds, and the hours keep ticking
Precinct 1: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
West Street, Broadway, and the clock
- In this precinct, people on bikes and on foot take the blows: 199 cyclists and 257 pedestrians injured since 2022, with 12 serious injuries across all factors in the dataset window (NYC Open Data).
- The hot spots are plain. West Street leads with 83 injuries. Broadway follows with 43. Afternoon swells. Night does not spare us: injuries spike around noon and again into the evening, with steady harm even at 8 p.m., 9 p.m., and 10 p.m. (NYC Open Data).
Canal Street: speed and the dead
- On July 19, a driver in a stolen car went more than 100 mph off the Manhattan Bridge and hit at Bowery and Canal. Two people died. The city said it would move fast: “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez (Gothamist). NY1 named the victims, Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, and reported the alleged speed at “more than 100 miles per hour” (NY1).
- Advocates warned the fixes were a start, not an end. “Canal Street is only as safe as its most dangerous block,” said Ben Furnas. “The vast majority of the corridor will remain deadly” (Gothamist).
- Prosecutors moved. “Two women charged in connection with a deadly crash in Chinatown have now been indicted” (CBS New York).
Who gets hit, where the harm lands
- Peak hours in this precinct hurt: injuries pile up around midday (noon to 2 p.m.) and again from the commute into night. Even at midnight there are 40 injuries in the dataset’s tally, and at 10 a.m. there is the lone death recorded in the period summary (NYC Open Data).
- Among pedestrians, cars and SUVs do most of the damage, with taxis, buses, bikes, and trucks also in the count. The roll‑up shows sedans and SUVs far outnumber others in pedestrian harm (NYC Open Data).
- The causes we can name: “other” leads the ledger, but the dataset still flags inattention, failure to yield, and unsafe speed among listed factors here (NYC Open Data).
Names on the blotter
- May 1, at Church and Chambers, a pedestrian was left unconscious after a failure to yield by an e‑bike rider, per the city record (CrashID 4814321).
- Nov. 16, near Park Place, a 69‑year‑old cyclist suffered severe lacerations; the listing cites driver distraction and limited view (CrashID 4773079).
- Aug. 20, West Houston and Mercer, a 31‑year‑old cyclist was seriously hurt; the record cites “Traffic Control Disregarded” (CrashID 4836490).
Make the corners safe
- The tools are basic. Daylight the curbs on West Street and Broadway. Harden the turns. Give walkers an early start at the lights. Protect the bike lanes where the bodies are.
- At Canal and Bowery, extend barriers through the corridor, not just the corner. Narrow the lanes. Post and enforce lower speeds where the deaths fell (Gothamist).
Citywide levers that matter here
- Lower speeds save lives. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. New York City now has the power to lower limits. A citywide 20 mph default would backstop every bad corner. Our site explains how and who to call in our action guide.
- A few drivers do outsized harm. The Stop Super Speeders Act would force the worst repeat offenders to use tech that keeps them near the limit. The case for it, and who to press, is in Take Action.
What will it take
- West Street still racks up injuries. Broadway too. Canal took two lives in a flash. The night hours keep filling the ledger. The fixes are not secrets. They are paint, posts, timing, and will.
- Do one thing today. Then another tomorrow. Start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- Two Indicted After Chinatown Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-07
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814321, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4773079, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4836490, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
Other Representatives
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224 West 30th St, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10001
212-564-7757
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212-788-6979
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497 Carroll St. Suite 31, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 1 Police Precinct 1 sits in Manhattan, District 3, AD 61, SD 26.
It contains Manhattan CB1, Financial District-Battery Park City, Tribeca-Civic Center, The Battery-Governors Island-Ellis Island-Liberty Island, Soho-Little Italy-Hudson Square.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 1
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Motorcycle Slams Car on Canal Street▸May 24 - A motorcycle hit a car’s rear on Canal Street. The rider flew from the bike. He suffered arm injuries and bruises. Police cite driver distraction. The crash left one hurt. Metal and flesh met hard pavement in Manhattan.
A motorcycle traveling west on Canal Street collided with the right rear bumper of a car making a left turn onto Greene Street. The motorcycle driver, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The car, registered in New Jersey, had two occupants but no injuries were specified. The impact damaged the motorcycle’s front and the car’s rear. The report does not mention any helmet use or other safety equipment as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to harm.
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Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Park Row▸May 23 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at Park Row and Frankfort Street. The e-scooter rider, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left a mark on the city’s streets.
A crash involving a sedan and an e-scooter occurred at Park Row and Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The 27-year-old male e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, described as a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan, registered in Connecticut, was starting in traffic, while the e-scooter was making a left turn. The report lists no damage to either vehicle. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary factor, but the primary cause remains driver inattention. No other injuries were specified for the sedan occupants.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Working on Barclay Street▸May 23 - An SUV hit a man working in the street on Barclay. The crash left him bruised and hurt in the leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street became a danger zone. The man stayed conscious, pain sharp and real.
A pedestrian, a 44-year-old man, was struck and injured by a station wagon/SUV while working in the roadway near 10 Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 p.m. The man suffered a contusion and injury to his lower leg and foot but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle, traveling west, struck the man with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or equipment. The facts point to driver distraction as the cause of harm.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸May 20 - City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Worth Street▸May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
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Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
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Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
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Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
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E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
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Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 24 - A motorcycle hit a car’s rear on Canal Street. The rider flew from the bike. He suffered arm injuries and bruises. Police cite driver distraction. The crash left one hurt. Metal and flesh met hard pavement in Manhattan.
A motorcycle traveling west on Canal Street collided with the right rear bumper of a car making a left turn onto Greene Street. The motorcycle driver, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and sustained injuries to his arm and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor for the crash. The car, registered in New Jersey, had two occupants but no injuries were specified. The impact damaged the motorcycle’s front and the car’s rear. The report does not mention any helmet use or other safety equipment as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to harm.
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Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Park Row▸May 23 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at Park Row and Frankfort Street. The e-scooter rider, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left a mark on the city’s streets.
A crash involving a sedan and an e-scooter occurred at Park Row and Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The 27-year-old male e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, described as a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan, registered in Connecticut, was starting in traffic, while the e-scooter was making a left turn. The report lists no damage to either vehicle. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary factor, but the primary cause remains driver inattention. No other injuries were specified for the sedan occupants.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Working on Barclay Street▸May 23 - An SUV hit a man working in the street on Barclay. The crash left him bruised and hurt in the leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street became a danger zone. The man stayed conscious, pain sharp and real.
A pedestrian, a 44-year-old man, was struck and injured by a station wagon/SUV while working in the roadway near 10 Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 p.m. The man suffered a contusion and injury to his lower leg and foot but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle, traveling west, struck the man with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or equipment. The facts point to driver distraction as the cause of harm.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸May 20 - City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Worth Street▸May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
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Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 23 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at Park Row and Frankfort Street. The e-scooter rider, a 27-year-old man, was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left a mark on the city’s streets.
A crash involving a sedan and an e-scooter occurred at Park Row and Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The 27-year-old male e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, described as a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan, registered in Connecticut, was starting in traffic, while the e-scooter was making a left turn. The report lists no damage to either vehicle. The police report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a secondary factor, but the primary cause remains driver inattention. No other injuries were specified for the sedan occupants.
23
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Working on Barclay Street▸May 23 - An SUV hit a man working in the street on Barclay. The crash left him bruised and hurt in the leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street became a danger zone. The man stayed conscious, pain sharp and real.
A pedestrian, a 44-year-old man, was struck and injured by a station wagon/SUV while working in the roadway near 10 Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 p.m. The man suffered a contusion and injury to his lower leg and foot but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle, traveling west, struck the man with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or equipment. The facts point to driver distraction as the cause of harm.
20
City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸May 20 - City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Worth Street▸May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
19
NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
14
Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
13
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 23 - An SUV hit a man working in the street on Barclay. The crash left him bruised and hurt in the leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street became a danger zone. The man stayed conscious, pain sharp and real.
A pedestrian, a 44-year-old man, was struck and injured by a station wagon/SUV while working in the roadway near 10 Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:20 p.m. The man suffered a contusion and injury to his lower leg and foot but remained conscious. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The vehicle, traveling west, struck the man with its left front bumper. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any pedestrian error or equipment. The facts point to driver distraction as the cause of harm.
20
City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul▸May 20 - City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
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City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul,
amny,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Worth Street▸May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
19
NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
-
NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
14
Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
13
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
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Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 20 - City targets 34th Street. Buses get priority. Cars must turn off. Goal: faster rides, fewer crashes. Officials cite 14th Street’s gains—speed up, crashes down. Change comes for Midtown. Riders wait for relief.
amNY reported on May 20, 2025, that New York City’s Department of Transportation proposed a dedicated busway for 34th Street between 3rd and 9th Avenues. The plan aims to boost bus speeds by 15% for tens of thousands of daily riders. Private cars and taxis could enter but must turn off at the first legal opportunity. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'After seeing tremendous success on 14th Street where buses have sped up, traffic has virtually disappeared, and far fewer New Yorkers are getting hurt in crashes we are excited to propose a similar design on 34th Street.' The 14th Street busway, launched in 2019, increased bus speeds by up to 24% and reduced crashes. The 34th Street plan seeks similar safety and efficiency gains, with community input shaping the final design.
- City Plans 34th Street Busway Overhaul, amny, Published 2025-05-20
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Pedestrian Fractured Crossing Worth Street▸May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
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Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 19 - A woman crossing Worth Street was struck and suffered a fractured shoulder. The crash left her conscious but injured. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A 35-year-old woman was hit while crossing Worth Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, she was not at an intersection or signal. She suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder but remained conscious. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The vehicle type was unspecified. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses▸May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
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NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-19
14
Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
13
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 19 - Police handcuff cyclists. Judges toss tickets. Lawmakers protest. NYPD issues criminal summonses for minor bike infractions. Riders face court for actions once legal. Anger grows. The city’s crackdown targets the vulnerable, not the dangerous.
West Side Spirit reported on May 19, 2025, that opposition is mounting against the NYPD’s new policy of issuing criminal court summonses to cyclists for minor traffic violations. Council Member Gale Brewer criticized the move, stating, "A civil summons is a more appropriate response and thrusting people into the criminal justice system unnecessarily is bad public policy." The article notes that some officers issued summonses for actions legalized in 2019, such as cyclists proceeding with a pedestrian walk signal. Many tickets were dismissed in court due to errors by police. A class action lawsuit has been filed by a cyclist ticketed for a legal maneuver. The crackdown raises questions about enforcement priorities and the risk of criminalizing vulnerable road users instead of addressing systemic dangers.
- NYPD Faces Backlash Over Bike Summonses, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-19
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Slippery Pavement Throws Moped Driver on South St▸May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
13
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
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Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 14 - Moped slid on slick South Street. Driver ejected, leg fractured. Pavement danger left two hurt. Night, empty road, sudden violence.
A moped crashed on South Street near Broad Street in Manhattan. Two men were hurt. The 29-year-old driver was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. Another occupant, age 33, was also injured. According to the police report, 'Pavement Slippery' was listed as the main contributing factor. The moped struck the center front end. No other vehicles or road users were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signals.
13
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets▸May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
-
Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets,
New York Post,
Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 13 - Police ticket cyclists for obeying walk signals. Law says cyclists can cross with pedestrians. NYPD ignores it. Tickets pile up. One rider fights back in court. The city’s policy stands, unmoved by the law.
According to the New York Post (May 13, 2025), cyclist Oliver Casey Esparza filed a federal lawsuit against the NYPD, alleging officers wrongfully ticket cyclists for running red lights even when they follow pedestrian crossing signals, as permitted by a 2019 City Council law. The suit claims, 'the city maintains a policy and practice of detaining, ticketing, and prosecuting cyclists who lawfully ride through an intersection when the pedestrian control signal indicates white/walk.' Esparza received a $190 summons at Third Avenue and East 42nd Street, Manhattan, despite acting within the law. The lawsuit names current and former NYPD commissioners, accusing them of knowingly violating civil rights. The article notes a sharp rise in tickets for cyclists in early 2025. The NYPD declined to comment. The case highlights a gap between city law and police enforcement, raising questions about policy compliance and systemic accountability.
- Cyclist Sues NYPD Over Red Light Tickets, New York Post, Published 2025-05-13
10
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on Chambers▸May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 10 - A sedan hit a woman crossing with the signal at Chambers and W Broadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver turned left. Police list all factors as unspecified.
A 35-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Chambers Street at W Broadway in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her leg. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn when it hit the pedestrian. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The driver and other occupants were not reported injured.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
4
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
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Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
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Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Broadway▸May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 4 - A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The cyclist, 53, suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and faulty brakes. The cyclist wore a helmet. Streets remain dangerous.
A sedan hit a cyclist at Broadway and Rector Street in Manhattan. The 53-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Brakes Defective.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for cyclists when drivers are distracted or vehicles are not maintained.
4
Sedan Hits E-Bike on West Street, Rider Injured▸May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
22
Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
16
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 4 - A sedan struck an e-bike on West Street near Canal. The cyclist was ejected and left unconscious with a head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. The car’s front end took the hit.
A sedan traveling north on West Street collided with an e-bike moving west near Canal Street. The e-bike rider, a 31-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury, left unconscious at the scene. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment, but the report highlights driver error as the primary cause. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants.
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
29
Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
29
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
23
Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
- E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
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E-Bike Fails to Yield, Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury▸May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
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Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
May 1 - E-bike struck a woman crossing at Chambers and Church. She fell, hit her head, bled badly. The rider failed to yield. The street stayed loud and bright.
A 58-year-old woman was hit by an e-bike at the intersection of Chambers Street and Church Street in Manhattan. She suffered a head injury and severe bleeding, and was found unconscious. According to the police report, the e-bike operator failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.
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Sedan Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Injured on Church Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 29 - A sedan turned left into an e-scooter on Church Street. The scooter rider took a blow to the head. Unsafe speed played a role. The street stayed busy. The bruise lingered.
A sedan and an e-scooter collided at Church Street and Thomas Street in Manhattan. The e-scooter rider, a 37-year-old man, suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or passenger. The crash highlights the risk when turning vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths at speed.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Canal Street▸Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 29 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Canal Street. The cyclist, age 65, suffered a leg injury. Both vehicles moved east. Police cite confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Canal Street at Avenue of the Americas in Manhattan. The 65-year-old cyclist was injured, sustaining a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, both the driver and the cyclist were traveling east when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor for both parties. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other injuries were specified in the report.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Passes Too Close, Cyclist Ejected on Pearl Street▸Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 23 - A sedan crowded a cyclist on Pearl Street. The car struck. The rider flew off. Arm torn, body scraped. Police cite passing too closely. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Pearl Street at Frankfort Street in Manhattan. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing Too Closely.' The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or occupants. The report highlights the danger when drivers fail to give cyclists space. The system left the cyclist exposed.
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Taxi Door Flung Open, Cyclist Thrown on Broadway▸Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 22 - A taxi door swung open on Broadway. A cyclist struck it, thrown hard, bruised and hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street swallowed another body. The city keeps moving.
A cyclist, age 29, was injured after colliding with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on Broadway at Barclay Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected and suffered bruises to the entire body. The taxi was stopped in traffic when the crash occurred. No other injuries were reported among the taxi's occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk posed by inattentive driving and sudden door openings on crowded city streets.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian on Varick▸Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.
Apr 16 - A left-turning SUV hit a woman crossing Varick Street with the signal. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite failure to yield. The driver and passenger were unhurt.
A 47-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Varick Street at Vandam. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The driver and a passenger, both men aged 44, were not injured. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No other factors were cited.