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

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

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

A 48-year-old male SUV driver suffered head injuries and shock in a Richmond Road crash. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the collision. The driver was not ejected but complained of pain and nausea after impact.

At 18:12, a collision occurred on Richmond Road involving a 2014 Chevrolet SUV, a bus, and a sedan. According to the police report, the SUV driver, a 48-year-old male, was distracted, with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' cited twice as contributing factors. The SUV was traveling east and struck the left front bumper of another vehicle. The driver sustained head injuries and was in shock, reporting complaints of pain and nausea. He was not ejected from the vehicle. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or other contributing factors. The crash involved multiple vehicles, but the focus remains on the SUV driver's inattention leading to his injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751493, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles collided and overturned on the Staten Island Expressway at 2:40 a.m. Both drivers were male and injured. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor in the crash that caused roof damage and back injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Staten Island Expressway at 2:40 a.m. involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling eastbound. The sedan driver, a 25-year-old male, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The SUV driver was also involved in the collision. Both vehicles overturned, sustaining roof damage. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan driver’s pre-crash action was going straight ahead, while the SUV was merging. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed and merging maneuvers on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749523, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Midland Avenue in Staten Island during right turns. The 18-year-old male driver suffered chest injuries and shock. Police cited improper turning as the cause. Both vehicles sustained damage to their quarter panels in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:05 on Midland Avenue near Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island. Two sedans, both traveling east and making right turns, collided. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the other. The 18-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured, suffering chest trauma and shock, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally, but the improper turning maneuver led to the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved or cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748093, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided while backing on Staten Island’s Hylan Boulevard. The female driver of one vehicle suffered facial contusions. Police cited unsafe backing and driver distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained rear quarter panel damage in the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans were involved in a collision on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island at 3:00 PM. Both vehicles were backing when the crash occurred. The female driver of one sedan, aged 21, was injured with contusions to her face and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained damage to their rear quarter panels, indicating impact during the backing maneuver. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing instead on driver errors and unsafe backing maneuvers that led to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747164, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old boy crossing Brielle Avenue in a marked crosswalk was hit by a sedan making a left turn. The driver’s inattention and improper turning caused the collision. The boy suffered bruises and full-body injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 12-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Brielle Avenue at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling northeast, was making a left turn when it struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. This collision highlights driver errors—specifically distraction and improper turning—that directly led to the pedestrian’s injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746628, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed at Hylan Boulevard and Steuben Street. One driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. Both vehicles struck with left front bumpers, leaving one driver bruised but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:35 on Hylan Boulevard near Steuben Street involving two sedans. One vehicle was traveling east going straight ahead, while the other was making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the left front bumper on both vehicles. The driver of the eastbound sedan, a 23-year-old male occupant, was injured with contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash highlights driver error in yielding during turning maneuvers as the primary cause of injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743693, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

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

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

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

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

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

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

A chain collision involving multiple vehicles snarled traffic on Staten Island’s Hylan Boulevard. A 24-year-old driver suffered neck injuries from whiplash. Police cited following too closely and other vehicular errors as causes. Impact centered on rear ends and front ends of vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island at 16:27. The collision involved a pick-up truck, two SUVs, and a sedan. The 24-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors, indicating driver error in maintaining safe distances and vehicle control. The sedan was slowing or stopping when struck at the center back end, causing damage to its center front end. The pick-up truck and one SUV were making left turns, while another SUV was traveling straight ahead. The impact points were primarily rear-end collisions, highlighting failure to maintain proper spacing. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743481, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Staten Island’s Hylan Boulevard at 11:08 a.m. The crash caused right and left front bumper damage. A front passenger suffered neck contusions and bruises, sustaining moderate injuries. Unsafe lane changing by a driver triggered the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island at 11:08 a.m. Two northbound sedans collided, with impact points on the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. The report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error. A 50-year-old female front passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining neck contusions and bruises, classified as moderate injury severity. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The collision highlights the dangers of improper lane changes on busy city roads.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743480, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was ejected and injured on Staten Island after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The cyclist suffered contusions and lower leg injuries, highlighting driver errors in yielding right-of-way at Lincoln Avenue.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:40 PM on Lincoln Avenue, Staten Island. A sedan and a bicycle, both traveling southwest and making left turns, collided. The sedan driver committed a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way,' causing the impact. The 13-year-old bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan showed no damage, indicating the force of impact was primarily on the cyclist. This collision underscores the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield, placing vulnerable road users at severe risk.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742469, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped crashed on Richmond Road, hurling its unlicensed, unhelmeted rider into a parked SUV. The road split beneath him. Blood pooled on broken asphalt. His leg torn open, he lay conscious, pain radiating from the wound.

A violent crash unfolded on Richmond Road near Spring Street in Staten Island when a moped collided with a parked SUV, according to the police report. The 25-year-old moped rider, unlicensed and without a helmet, was ejected from the seat after the moped struck the center front end against the SUV's left rear bumper. The police report states the rider suffered severe lacerations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with blood pooling at the scene. The primary contributing factor cited in the report is 'Pavement Defective,' highlighting the hazardous road conditions that caused the crash. The SUV was parked and unoccupied at the time. The report notes the rider's lack of license and helmet, but these details are listed after the systemic danger of broken pavement. The crash underscores the lethal risk posed by neglected infrastructure.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742380, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old man crossing Slater Boulevard at a marked crosswalk was struck and injured. The crash involved a vehicle making an unsafe lane change and speeding. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:17 on Slater Boulevard near Mason Avenue in Staten Island. A 37-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck. The report cites 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors attributed to the vehicle driver. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead before the collision. No details on the vehicle type or driver were provided. The report explicitly identifies the driver's unsafe lane change and excessive speed as causes, with no contributing factors listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected from the scene.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739876, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle while walking outside an intersection on North Railroad Avenue. The impact caused bruising and injury to her lower leg. Police cited driver inattention as the key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, at 9:25 a.m., a 29-year-old female pedestrian was injured on North Railroad Avenue after being hit by a Station Wagon/SUV. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection, described as performing 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). Two vehicles were involved: one SUV was parked and sustained damage to its left rear bumper, while the other SUV was traveling south and showed no damage. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where pedestrians are present.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739747, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver struck a parked SUV from behind on Staten Island’s Hylan Boulevard. The impact injured the driver, causing neck pain and shock. Police cited following too closely and driver inattention as key factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island at 4 p.m. A 60-year-old female driver in a 2016 SUV was injured when she rear-ended a parked 2020 SUV. The report states the driver was following too closely and was inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. The impact was to the center front end of the moving SUV and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver suffered neck pain and was in shock, with an airbag deployed during the collision. The report highlights driver errors—specifically following too closely and driver inattention—as the contributing factors. No other contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739446, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A collision between two sedans on Jefferson Street trapped a rear passenger and injured all occupants. The driver disregarded traffic control and was distracted, causing impact to the left rear and front center of the vehicles. Injuries included neck and leg trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:28 on Jefferson Street in Staten Island involving two sedans traveling east and south. The driver of the eastbound GMC sedan was cited for 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision impacted the left rear bumper of the GMC and the center front end of the Nissan sedan. Three occupants in the GMC sedan were injured: the 23-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries; an 18-year-old female front passenger also had neck injuries; and a 50-year-old female rear passenger was trapped and sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. All occupants reported pain or nausea and were in shock. All were secured with lap belts and harnesses. The report highlights driver errors as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the passengers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736985, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV and southbound sedan crashed head-on on Todt Hill Road. A 14-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and abrasions. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. Illness was cited as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on Todt Hill Road in Staten Island. A 2003 Lexus SUV traveling north and a 2023 Toyota sedan traveling south collided head-on, both sustaining center front-end damage. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor, indicating a possible driver impairment or medical condition affecting vehicle control. A 14-year-old female front passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering neck injuries and abrasions, and was conscious at the scene. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the victim's behavior.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736407, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

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

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

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

A collision between two sedans on Mill Road in Staten Island left a 41-year-old female driver injured. The crash involved unsafe speed and impacted the front and left side of the vehicles. The injured driver suffered abrasions and leg injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:55 p.m. on Mill Road, Staten Island. Two sedans were involved: one traveling south going straight ahead, the other making a left turn northeast. The point of impact was the center front end of the southbound vehicle and the left front quarter panel of the turning vehicle. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for the crash. The injured party was a 41-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, who sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The collision caused damage to the center front end and left side doors of the vehicles. Driver errors centered on unsafe speed, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735431, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15