Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 121?
Ten Dead, Nineteen Broken—Who Will Stop Staten Island’s Streets from Killing?
Precinct 121: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
In Precinct 121, the road does not forgive. Ten people have died here since 2022. Nineteen more have been seriously injured. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about age or time of day. They only climb.
Just weeks ago, a 16-year-old on an e-scooter was killed on College Avenue. The police said he “suffered head trauma as a result of the crash” (The Brooklyn Paper). No arrests. The investigation drags on. The street stays the same.
In May, a 58-year-old man was crossing Targee Street. An e-scooter hit him. “Upon impact, the driver was violently ejected off the scooter while Gomez-Guallazaca sustained severe trauma,” police reported. He died at the hospital. The driver survived. No charges. No answers.
Who Bears the Risk
Most victims are not behind the wheel. Pedestrians and cyclists pay the price. Cars and trucks do the killing: four deaths by truck or bus, two by car, one by van. Motorcycles and mopeds leave bodies and broken bones. The street is a gauntlet for anyone not wrapped in steel.
Leadership: Words and Silence
The city has tools. Speed cameras run 24/7. The law now allows lower speed limits. But the pace is slow. Streets wait for redesign. Enforcement comes in bursts, then fades. The police can act. They can ticket speeders, crack down on failure to yield, target known danger zones. They know where the bodies fall. They just need to care.
The Next Step Is Ours
Every death here could have been stopped. The blood on the street is not fate. It is policy. It is delay. It is silence.
Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand speed enforcement. Demand safer streets. Do not wait for another name on the list.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- E-Scooter Kills Pedestrian On Staten Island, New York Post, Published 2025-05-18
- Teen E-Scooter Rider Killed In Crash, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-07-13
- E-Scooter Kills Pedestrian On Staten Island, amny, Published 2025-05-19
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642632 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- Motorcyclist Dies In Staten Island K-Turn Crash, amny, Published 2025-07-06
- Elderly Pedestrian Killed on Hylan Boulevard, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-10
Other Representatives
District 61
250 Broadway 22nd Floor Suite 2203, New York, NY 10007
Room 729, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Joseph C. Borelli
District 51
District 23
2875 W. 8th St. Unit #3, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Room 617, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 121 Police Precinct 121 sits in Staten Island, District 51, AD 61, SD 23.
It contains Staten Island CB1, Staten Island CB2, Westerleigh-Castleton Corners, Port Richmond, Mariner'S Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville, Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, Freshkills Park (North).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 121
2Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Staten Island Expressway▸A taxi struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling west on Staten Island Expressway. Two rear passengers in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inexperience was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 6:24 a.m., a taxi collided with the right rear quarter panel of a 2022 Hyundai sedan traveling west on the Staten Island Expressway. The taxi impacted the center back end of the sedan. The crash involved three vehicles all traveling westbound, but the collision was between the taxi and the sedan. Two passengers in the sedan, a 19-year-old male and a 56-year-old female, both seated in the rear with lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The focus remains on the taxi driver's error leading to the rear-end collision and the resulting passenger injuries.
SUV Hits Woman Crossing Draper Place▸SUV turned right, struck woman crossing Draper Place. She suffered knee, leg, and foot injuries. The impact left her in shock. No damage to the SUV. Danger at the intersection, no signal present.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old woman was crossing Draper Place at Richmond Avenue when a southbound Kia SUV made a right turn and struck her with its center front end. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with a minor burn. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver violations. The SUV showed no damage. The data highlights the collision at an intersection without a crossing signal, underscoring the risks faced by pedestrians in such locations.
Rear-End Collision on Staten Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. The 24-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front ends, causing significant damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island Expressway at 11:00 AM involving two sedans traveling westbound. The 24-year-old male driver of a 2018 Toyota sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The collision involved a center back-end impact on the Toyota and a center front-end impact on a 2024 Acura sedan with a female driver. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash narrative and contributing factors emphasize the role of driver error, specifically inattention, without implicating the injured occupant or other systemic issues.
SUV Overturns After Driver Distracted▸SUV flipped on Staten Island Expressway. Driver, alone, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention. No other vehicles or people involved. Steel and speed, then pain.
A 33-year-old man driving a Ford SUV eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway overturned his vehicle at 4:33 a.m. According to the police report, he was the only occupant and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The SUV was going straight before it flipped. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash left the driver conscious and restrained. The police report highlights distraction behind the wheel as the cause of the loss of control and overturn.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another Vehicle on Richmond Ave▸A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A taxi struck the rear quarter panel of a sedan traveling west on Staten Island Expressway. Two rear passengers in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inexperience was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, at 6:24 a.m., a taxi collided with the right rear quarter panel of a 2022 Hyundai sedan traveling west on the Staten Island Expressway. The taxi impacted the center back end of the sedan. The crash involved three vehicles all traveling westbound, but the collision was between the taxi and the sedan. Two passengers in the sedan, a 19-year-old male and a 56-year-old female, both seated in the rear with lap belts and harnesses, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly cites "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The focus remains on the taxi driver's error leading to the rear-end collision and the resulting passenger injuries.
SUV Hits Woman Crossing Draper Place▸SUV turned right, struck woman crossing Draper Place. She suffered knee, leg, and foot injuries. The impact left her in shock. No damage to the SUV. Danger at the intersection, no signal present.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old woman was crossing Draper Place at Richmond Avenue when a southbound Kia SUV made a right turn and struck her with its center front end. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with a minor burn. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver violations. The SUV showed no damage. The data highlights the collision at an intersection without a crossing signal, underscoring the risks faced by pedestrians in such locations.
Rear-End Collision on Staten Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. The 24-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front ends, causing significant damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island Expressway at 11:00 AM involving two sedans traveling westbound. The 24-year-old male driver of a 2018 Toyota sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The collision involved a center back-end impact on the Toyota and a center front-end impact on a 2024 Acura sedan with a female driver. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash narrative and contributing factors emphasize the role of driver error, specifically inattention, without implicating the injured occupant or other systemic issues.
SUV Overturns After Driver Distracted▸SUV flipped on Staten Island Expressway. Driver, alone, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention. No other vehicles or people involved. Steel and speed, then pain.
A 33-year-old man driving a Ford SUV eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway overturned his vehicle at 4:33 a.m. According to the police report, he was the only occupant and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The SUV was going straight before it flipped. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash left the driver conscious and restrained. The police report highlights distraction behind the wheel as the cause of the loss of control and overturn.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another Vehicle on Richmond Ave▸A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
SUV turned right, struck woman crossing Draper Place. She suffered knee, leg, and foot injuries. The impact left her in shock. No damage to the SUV. Danger at the intersection, no signal present.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old woman was crossing Draper Place at Richmond Avenue when a southbound Kia SUV made a right turn and struck her with its center front end. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with a minor burn. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver violations. The SUV showed no damage. The data highlights the collision at an intersection without a crossing signal, underscoring the risks faced by pedestrians in such locations.
Rear-End Collision on Staten Island Expressway▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. The 24-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front ends, causing significant damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island Expressway at 11:00 AM involving two sedans traveling westbound. The 24-year-old male driver of a 2018 Toyota sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The collision involved a center back-end impact on the Toyota and a center front-end impact on a 2024 Acura sedan with a female driver. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash narrative and contributing factors emphasize the role of driver error, specifically inattention, without implicating the injured occupant or other systemic issues.
SUV Overturns After Driver Distracted▸SUV flipped on Staten Island Expressway. Driver, alone, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention. No other vehicles or people involved. Steel and speed, then pain.
A 33-year-old man driving a Ford SUV eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway overturned his vehicle at 4:33 a.m. According to the police report, he was the only occupant and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The SUV was going straight before it flipped. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash left the driver conscious and restrained. The police report highlights distraction behind the wheel as the cause of the loss of control and overturn.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another Vehicle on Richmond Ave▸A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. The 24-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles struck center to rear and front ends, causing significant damage.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island Expressway at 11:00 AM involving two sedans traveling westbound. The 24-year-old male driver of a 2018 Toyota sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and whiplash but remained conscious. The collision involved a center back-end impact on the Toyota and a center front-end impact on a 2024 Acura sedan with a female driver. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash narrative and contributing factors emphasize the role of driver error, specifically inattention, without implicating the injured occupant or other systemic issues.
SUV Overturns After Driver Distracted▸SUV flipped on Staten Island Expressway. Driver, alone, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention. No other vehicles or people involved. Steel and speed, then pain.
A 33-year-old man driving a Ford SUV eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway overturned his vehicle at 4:33 a.m. According to the police report, he was the only occupant and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The SUV was going straight before it flipped. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash left the driver conscious and restrained. The police report highlights distraction behind the wheel as the cause of the loss of control and overturn.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another Vehicle on Richmond Ave▸A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
SUV flipped on Staten Island Expressway. Driver, alone, suffered back injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention. No other vehicles or people involved. Steel and speed, then pain.
A 33-year-old man driving a Ford SUV eastbound on the Staten Island Expressway overturned his vehicle at 4:33 a.m. According to the police report, he was the only occupant and suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The SUV was going straight before it flipped. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The crash left the driver conscious and restrained. The police report highlights distraction behind the wheel as the cause of the loss of control and overturn.
Sedan Rear-Ends Another Vehicle on Richmond Ave▸A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A 42-year-old woman driving a 2024 Honda sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash after rear-ending a vehicle while making a right turn on Richmond Avenue. The impact struck the center back end of her car, causing moderate injury.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female driver licensed in New Jersey was operating a 2024 Honda sedan southbound on Richmond Avenue at 18:20. The vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with the center back end of another vehicle traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the Honda, which sustained damage consistent with rear-end collision. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt but suffered head injuries and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any fault or unsafe behavior by the injured driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions during turning maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Richmond Ave During U-Turn▸Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party,
NY Daily News,
Published 2024-12-16
Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Three SUVs collided on Richmond Avenue as one vehicle made a U-turn. The impact struck center front ends, injuring a 49-year-old male driver with back pain and shock. Police cited unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Richmond Avenue involving three SUVs. One SUV, traveling north, was making a U-turn when it collided head-on with two southbound SUVs going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of all vehicles. The report identifies unsafe lane changing as the contributing factor to the collision. A 49-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, suffered back injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The drivers of the vehicles were licensed and operating legally. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane changes and U-turn maneuvers in multi-vehicle collisions.
NYPD Officers Crash After Holiday Party▸A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A Staten Island cop drove drunk from a precinct party. Her car hit another, airbags burst, blood spilled. Three fellow officers rode with her. All face discipline. Two more NYPD drunk-driving arrests followed. System failed. Streets paid.
NY Daily News (2024-12-16) reports that NYPD Officer Diana Todaro was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing her car with three colleagues as passengers. The crash happened at Huguenot Ave. and Drumgoole Ave. West, Staten Island, after a precinct holiday party. Todaro admitted, "I had three or four drinks. My life is over." The impact triggered airbags and left her with a forehead gash. All three passengers, also officers, were placed on desk duty and may face charges for allowing Todaro to drive or being unfit for duty. The article notes this was one of three NYPD DWI arrests in four days, highlighting a pattern during holiday party season. The incident raises questions about internal discipline and the risks posed by impaired driving, even among law enforcement.
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Distracted Van Driver Slams Parked Cars, Injures Girl▸A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A van veered into three parked sedans on Hatfield Place. Metal screamed. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the blow. Blood ran from her head. She stayed conscious. The driver was distracted. The street fell silent.
According to the police report, a Ford van traveling straight ahead near 170 Hatfield Place veered into three parked sedans. The report states, 'A van veered into three parked sedans. A 6-year-old girl in the front seat took the hit. The airbag burst. Her head bled. She stayed awake. The driver was distracted.' The crash occurred at 12:59 p.m. The police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The young passenger, seated in the front, suffered severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The van's impact struck the parked vehicles, all unoccupied at the time. The report makes clear: driver distraction led to the collision and the child's injuries. No victim behavior is listed as a contributing factor.
Elderly Pedestrian Struck During Left Turn▸A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A sedan making a left turn struck an 80-year-old pedestrian crossing Jewett Ave outside a crosswalk. The impact caused a hip and upper leg injury, leaving the man bruised but conscious. Driver error in turning led to the collision.
According to the police report, at 19:50 a 2013 Kia sedan traveling north on Jewett Ave was making a left turn when it struck an 80-year-old male pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity 3, and remained conscious. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision resulted from the vehicle's left turn maneuver intersecting with the pedestrian's path. No driver license issues were reported. The data highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing mid-block.
Sedan Slams Parked Garbage Truck; Driver Hurt▸A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A sedan hit a parked garbage truck’s rear. The driver, a 27-year-old woman, suffered head injuries. She was semiconscious, in pain, and nauseous. Police cite unspecified driver factors. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.
According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a 27-year-old woman struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2019 garbage truck on Andros Avenue, Staten Island. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. The driver was semiconscious with head injuries, pain, and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The garbage truck was stationary before the crash. The collision underscores the risks when moving vehicles strike parked trucks, especially when driver errors are present.
Two Sedans Crash Head-On, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two sedans smashed head-on on Forest Ave. A 79-year-old driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Airbags burst. The street stayed silent. No pedestrians or cyclists caught in the wreck.
According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on at 7:09 on Forest Ave near Lake Ave. One sedan, a 2019 Honda, was making a left turn. The other, a 2014 Honda, was heading straight west. The impact crushed the front ends of both cars. A 79-year-old male driver was injured, suffering head trauma and whiplash. Airbags deployed and a lap belt held him in place. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, noting driver errors without detail. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
SUVs Collide on Union Ave Causing Neck Injury▸Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two SUVs collided at Union Ave. The female driver of one SUV suffered a neck injury from the impact. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The crash caused damage to the right rear quarter panel and front end of the vehicles.
According to the police report, two station wagons/SUVs collided on Union Ave at 4:00 PM. One vehicle, traveling south straight ahead, was struck on its right rear quarter panel by another SUV making a right turn eastbound. The female driver of the struck vehicle, aged 41, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash and was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. Vehicle damage included the right rear quarter panel of the first SUV and the center front end of the second SUV. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A 27-year-old woman was hit by a southbound SUV making a right turn on Marsh Ave. She suffered serious full-body injuries and was semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle’s front center bore the impact, revealing driver error in yielding.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Marsh Ave at an intersection with the signal. The collision occurred at 18:53 when a 2022 BMW SUV, traveling south and making a right turn, struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was found semiconscious, complaining of pain or nausea. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, indicating the driver failed to yield to a lawful crossing pedestrian. The vehicle damage concentrated at the center front end confirms the point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the driver’s responsibility in the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
Inexperienced Driver Injures Self on SI Expressway Ramp▸A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A 29-year-old man crashed his sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp. He suffered a neck bruise. Police cite driver inexperience. No other people were hurt.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male driver crashed a 2017 Infiniti sedan on the SI Expressway west exit ramp at 6:29. He was the only person injured, suffering a neck contusion. The car struck with its center front end. The report lists "Driver Inexperience" as a contributing factor. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other errors or victim actions are noted. This crash shows the danger when drivers lack experience on fast-moving ramps.
4Steering Failure Triggers Staten Island Expressway Crash▸Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two sedans collided on Staten Island Expressway. Steering failure sent metal into metal. Four men injured—necks, chest, shoulder. Shock and whiplash. Airbags burst. Damage cut deep at front ends and doors.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on the Staten Island Expressway at 4:55 a.m. Four men were hurt. The 69-year-old driver and a 56-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. A 56-year-old rear passenger was injured in the shoulder, and a 38-year-old rear passenger took a blow to the chest. All wore lap belts. Airbags deployed. The report lists 'Steering Failure' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. Damage struck the center front ends and left side doors. Both drivers were licensed. No fault assigned to the injured. The crash exposes the danger of vehicle control failure.
SUVs Collide on Willowbrook Road Injuring Child▸Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two SUVs crashed on Willowbrook Road at 8:05 a.m., striking each other’s left sides. A 4-year-old child occupant suffered a fractured knee and leg, restrained but injured. Police cite driver failure to obey traffic controls as cause.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Willowbrook Road near Buchanan Avenue at 8:05 a.m. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one westbound, the other northbound—when impact occurred on the left side doors of the Ford SUV and the front bumper of the Mazda SUV. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. A 4-year-old female occupant in the rear left seat of one SUV was injured, sustaining fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg despite being secured in a child restraint. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, resulting in serious injury to a young passenger.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Victory Blvd▸A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A northbound SUV and a sedan collided on Victory Blvd shortly after midnight. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old woman, suffered full-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 a.m. on Victory Blvd involving a 2024 Toyota SUV traveling north and a 2019 Honda sedan also heading north. The sedan driver, a 19-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was in shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The sedan was making a right turn when the collision happened, impacting the left front bumper of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver but does not specify any violations or errors by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights the dangers of vehicle interactions during turning maneuvers on Victory Blvd.
Sedan Backs Into Path, Rear Driver Hurt▸A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
A sedan backed unsafely on South Ave. Another sedan struck it from behind. The rear driver took a blow to the head and suffered whiplash. Both cars showed heavy front and rear damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was backing on South Ave near Goethals Rd N at 16:25 when it was struck in the center back end by another sedan traveling south. The driver of the reversing sedan, a 27-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as a contributing factor, pointing to driver error by the reversing vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted. Both vehicles sustained damage to the front and rear, underscoring the risk of unsafe backing maneuvers.
SUVs Collide on Simonson Place Injuring Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
Two SUVs collided on Simonson Place at 11 a.m. The female driver turning left struck a male driver going straight. The male driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash, left shaken but restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:00 a.m. on Simonson Place near Castleton Avenue. A 2016 Lexus SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn when it collided with a 2009 Toyota SUV driven by a licensed male driver traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle going straight. The male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was injured with shoulder and upper arm trauma and complained of whiplash, experiencing shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. Both vehicles were station wagons or SUVs, highlighting the dangers of turning maneuvers in mixed traffic.
2Alcohol-Impaired Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Head-On▸SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.
SUV and sedan collided head-on on Port Richmond Ave. Unlicensed, drunk sedan driver suffered head injury. Passenger in SUV concussed. Both vehicles crushed at the front. Speed and alcohol fueled the crash.
According to the police report, a head-on collision occurred on Port Richmond Ave involving a sedan and an SUV. The sedan was driven by a 58-year-old unlicensed man, who was impaired by alcohol and driving at unsafe speed. He suffered a head injury and was incoherent with minor bleeding. The SUV's front passenger, a 32-year-old man, was also injured with a concussion. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the sedan driver. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The SUV passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness.