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Metal screeches as a van and sedan crash while turning right on Hylan Boulevard. Blood stains hands. Eleven packed in the van, three in the sedan. Old men, women, a child. Cries echo. Pain grips backs, necks, knees. One woman’s arm bleeds.

A van carrying eleven people and a sedan with three occupants collided while both vehicles were turning right on Hylan Boulevard near Adams Avenue. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. The impact left multiple people injured, including a 47-year-old woman who suffered an abrasion to her arm. The report describes cries, blood, and pain among the passengers, including elderly individuals, women, and a child. Both drivers were licensed and traveling south. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the contributing factors. The listed driver error highlights improper lane usage during the turn, resulting in injuries to vulnerable passengers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804785, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 35-year-old woman driving a sedan suffered neck injuries in a collision on Hylan Blvd. An SUV making a left turn failed to yield right-of-way, striking the sedan head-on. The sedan driver was conscious and restrained, treated for whiplash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:35 on Hylan Blvd involving a 2024 SUV making a left turn westbound and a 2012 sedan traveling southbound. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive, causing a center front-end collision with the sedan. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old woman, was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. She sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, emphasizing driver error as the cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801073, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 57-year-old man crossing Mason Avenue was struck by a northbound sedan. The driver’s view was obstructed, causing impact with the pedestrian’s upper arm. The victim suffered a severe shoulder fracture and dislocation, remaining conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Mason Avenue struck a 57-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection near Cromwell Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to see the pedestrian in time. The point of impact was the sedan’s left front bumper, damaging the vehicle’s front left side. The pedestrian sustained a severe injury described as a fractured and dislocated upper arm and shoulder but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrian fault or contributory behavior was noted in the report. The crash highlights the dangers posed by limited driver visibility at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801564, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Armstrong Avenue in Staten Island. The driver turning left and the driver going straight both contributed to the crash. Both drivers were injured, suffering bruises and contusions to the back and abdomen, with no ejections reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Armstrong Avenue, Staten Island, involving two sedans. One vehicle was traveling east going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn. The point of impact was the left side doors of the eastbound sedan and the front center of the left-turning sedan. The contributing factors cited were unsafe speed and turning improperly. The driver of the left-turning sedan, a 55-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and bruises. The front passenger in the eastbound sedan, a 46-year-old female, was also injured with abdomen and pelvis contusions. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by seat belts. The report highlights driver errors: unsafe speed and improper turning, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 26-year-old female driver suffered serious injuries in a Staten Island collision. The sedan struck with left front impact. Police report cites alcohol involvement as the sole contributing factor. The driver was semiconscious with whole-body trauma.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female driver operating a 2020 Tesla sedan on Hylan Blvd in Staten Island was involved in a crash at 2:57 AM. The vehicle sustained damage to the left front bumper, indicating the point of impact. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with bodily trauma affecting her entire body and was found semiconscious. The report explicitly lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor twice, highlighting impairment as the cause of the crash. The driver was not ejected and was licensed in Florida. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted by police. The crash underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800922, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pedestrian crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV traveling west on Ross Ave. The impact caused upper arm and shoulder injuries, leaving the victim in shock and pain. Driver inattention was cited as the cause of the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:55 PM on Ross Ave near New Dorp Plaza. A female pedestrian was crossing with the signal at an intersection when she was hit by a 2024 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage in the same area. The pedestrian suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus led to the collision. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was noted as contributing factors. The victim was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver's inattention while proceeding straight ahead.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799726, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan making a left turn on Guyon Ave crashed due to defective brakes. The driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and shock. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged, highlighting mechanical failure as the key factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:45 PM on Guyon Ave when a 2017 sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, collided due to defective brakes. The driver, a 25-year-old male occupant, was injured with upper arm trauma and experienced shock. The report explicitly lists 'Brakes Defective' as the primary contributing factor twice, indicating mechanical failure led to the loss of vehicle control. The vehicle sustained damage to the right front bumper at the point of impact. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and held a valid New York license. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors contributed to the crash. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by vehicle maintenance failures rather than driver error or victim actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798731, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Manor Rd at 7:15 AM. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Both drivers were licensed men traveling southbound. Impact was on front bumpers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Manor Rd at 7:15 AM involving two southbound sedans. One driver, a 53-year-old man, was injured with back trauma and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report identifies "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor for the collision. The first sedan, a 2023 Genes, was traveling straight ahead and sustained damage to its left front bumper. The second sedan, a 2007 Chevrolet, was making a left turn and had damage to its right front quarter panel. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision point was the front bumpers of both vehicles. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on the driver error of improper passing or lane usage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799194, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A female driver on Giffords Lane suffered facial injuries and shock after a solo collision. Her sedan struck an object with the right front bumper. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. The driver was restrained and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old female driver traveling westbound on Giffords Lane in Staten Island crashed her 2019 Kia sedan at 7:00 AM. The vehicle's right front bumper and quarter panel sustained damage. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. She suffered facial injuries, minor bleeding, and shock. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver's licensed status and travel direction were noted, but the crash resulted solely from her inattention. No victim behaviors or external factors were listed as contributing causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798336, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV struck Chaosheng Wu as he crossed Hylan Blvd. He died at the hospital. The driver stayed. No charges. Police investigate. The street remains dangerous. Another life lost to traffic on Staten Island.

According to the NY Daily News (March 10, 2025), Chaosheng Wu, 80, was crossing Hylan Blvd. at Benton Ave. when a 2008 Ford Edge hit him at 9:25 a.m. Friday. The article states, “The 65-year-old driver stayed at the scene and was not charged, but police are still investigating the crash.” Wu was taken to Staten Island University Hospital North, where he died. The driver was heading north on Hylan Blvd. at the time. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the ongoing risk for pedestrians on major Staten Island corridors. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.

• Elderly Pedestrian Killed Crossing Hylan Blvd, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-10

On Staten Island’s Richmond Road, an unlicensed driver made a left turn at unsafe speed, colliding head-on with another sedan. Four occupants suffered bruises and abrasions, their bodies battered by the violent impact. The crash exposed dangerous driver errors and reckless vehicular behavior.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:25 on Richmond Road, Staten Island. A female driver, unlicensed in New York and operating a 2013 BMW sedan, was making a left turn when she struck another sedan traveling southbound. The contributing factors listed include "Unsafe Speed" and "Other Vehicular," indicating driver error on the part of the unlicensed left-turning driver. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the unlicensed driver’s vehicle and the left front bumper of the other sedan. Four occupants, including the unlicensed female driver and three passengers aged 6, 8, and 15, were injured with contusions, bruises, and abrasions to various body parts. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report highlights driver errors without implicating victim behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797226, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford SUV hit an 80-year-old man head-on near Benton Avenue. His head struck the pavement. Blood pooled beneath him. He died under a gray Staten Island sky. The street bore silent witness to another life ended by steel.

An 80-year-old pedestrian was killed when a northbound Ford SUV struck him head-on on Hylan Boulevard near Benton Avenue, according to the police report. The report states the man 'stepped into the street against the light.' The vehicle, a 2008 Ford SUV, was traveling straight ahead when the impact occurred, with the point of contact at the center front end. The police report describes the aftermath: 'His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. He died under a gray Staten Island sky.' The contributing factors listed in the police data are 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Distraction are cited in the report. The narrative centers the violence of the impact and the fatal consequences for the pedestrian. No mention is made of helmet use or other pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797079, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 47-year-old man suffered back injuries and shock after an SUV failed to yield while making a left turn on Staten Island. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle’s front center impacted him, causing pain and nausea.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island at 8:00 AM on Hylan Blvd near Jefferson Ave. A 2021 Jeep SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck a 47-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The SUV had three occupants, and the driver was a licensed female from New York. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the center front end, confirming the collision dynamics.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797097, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 14-year-old girl crossing Mc Cully Ave away from an intersection was struck by a vehicle. The driver’s inattention caused a severe abdominal and pelvic injury. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations but remained conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Mc Cully Ave in Staten Island at 7:25 AM. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, cited twice, indicating the driver failed to maintain attention while going straight ahead. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries to the abdomen and pelvis, including fractures and dislocations, and was conscious following the crash. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted. The vehicle involved was unspecified in type and had no occupants other than the driver. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving to vulnerable pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796463, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Staten Island SUV driver suffered chest injuries and shock after a collision during a lane change on Hylan Blvd. The crash involved limited visibility, causing the driver to lose control and impact another vehicle, damaging the front center of the SUV.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:50 AM on Hylan Blvd in Staten Island. The driver, a 41-year-old woman operating a 2024 Mazda SUV, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver's limited visibility played a critical role. The SUV sustained damage to the center front end. The driver was injured, suffering chest contusions and was in shock at the scene. The vehicle's airbags deployed, and the driver was restrained by a lap belt. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The driver’s error in lane changing under limited visibility conditions was the primary cause of the crash, with no victim fault noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795518, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck another sedan stopped in traffic on Lincoln Ave, Staten Island. The striking driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, enduring shock. The crash was caused by following too closely, according to the police report.

At 7:40 AM on Lincoln Ave in Staten Island, a sedan traveling west rear-ended another sedan stopped in traffic, according to the police report. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 52-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash and experienced shock. The report states the contributing factor was "Following Too Closely," indicating the striking driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were sedans traveling westbound. The struck vehicle was stopped, and the point of impact was the center back end of the front vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794788, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan backing unsafely at unsafe speed on Staten Island injured four occupants. All were conscious but suffered back injuries and abrasions. The crash involved multiple vehicles, with the driver unlicensed and engaged in a police pursuit, highlighting dangerous driver behavior.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Staten Island at 2:35 AM involving two sedans. The primary contributing factors cited were "Unsafe Speed" and "Backing Unsafely." The driver, a 33-year-old female, was unlicensed and involved in a police pursuit before the crash. Four occupants in the involved sedan were injured, including the driver and three passengers, all conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Injuries included back pain and abrasions, with complaints of whiplash and abrasions noted. The impact was to the right front bumper of the moving sedan and the right rear bumper of a parked sedan. The report explicitly identifies driver errors—unsafe speed and unsafe backing—as causes, with no contributing victim behaviors listed. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by reckless driver actions, particularly unlicensed driving and unsafe maneuvers during police pursuits.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794867, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 31-year-old woman suffered head injuries after a vehicle failed to yield while making a right turn on Hylan Blvd. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when struck, resulting in shock and moderate injury.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Hylan Blvd and Norway Ave in Staten Island around 8:30 AM. The 31-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a vehicle making a right turn failed to yield right-of-way, striking her. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and was in shock, with no visible complaints noted. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver, and the crash occurred during the driver's right turn maneuver. The report explicitly cites driver error without attributing fault to the pedestrian's actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794865, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs crashed on Staten Island’s Hylan Blvd. A left-turning SUV struck a southbound SUV. Two young passengers suffered head injuries and shock. The crash caused right-side and front-end damage. Driver failure to obey traffic control was cited by police.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:15 on Staten Island’s Hylan Blvd involving two station wagons/SUVs. One SUV, traveling west, was making a left turn when it collided with a southbound SUV going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right side doors of the turning vehicle and the center front end of the other. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Two child passengers, ages 6 and 7, seated in the right rear with lap belts and harnesses, sustained head injuries and were in shock but were not ejected. The damage was confined to the right side doors of the turning SUV and the front end of the other. The police report does not attribute any contributing factors to the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793796, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 58-year-old man crossing Tillman Street away from an intersection was struck by an eastbound SUV. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. Limited driver visibility contributed to the collision, with impact on the vehicle's right front bumper.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Tillman Street outside of an intersection at 7:28 p.m. The pedestrian was struck by a 2015 Ford SUV traveling eastbound, which made contact with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the collision. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver's limited visibility played a key role. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. Vehicle damage was not reported, underscoring the impact was concentrated on the pedestrian. This crash highlights the dangers posed by obstructed driver views in non-intersection pedestrian crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792962, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15